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Ezentia Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Ezentia Tablet is used to treat high cholesterol. It contains Ezetimibe, which effectively lowers the amount of cholesterol in the blood by reducing cholesterol absorption in the intestine and lowering the level of bad cholesterol in the blood. Hence, it reduces the chances of heart disease and makes them healthier. It may cause common side effects such as abdominal pain, diarrhoea, flatulence, tiredness, joint pain, and respiratory tract infection. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

EZETIMIBE-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Ezentia Tablet

Ezentia Tablet is primarily used to treat high cholesterol. Cholesterol is a waxy substance produced by the liver to protect nerves, make tissue, and various hormones. There are two types of cholesterol, namely 'bad cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and triglycerides (TG)) and 'good cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein (HDL)).

Ezentia Tablet contains ezetimibe, which effectively lowers the amount of cholesterol in the blood by reducing cholesterol absorption in the intestine and lowering the level of bad cholesterol in the blood.

The most common side effects of Ezentia Tablet are abdominal pain, diarrhoea, flatulence, tiredness, joint pain, and respiratory tract infection. They do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Inform your physician if you are allergic to Ezentia Tablet . You should contact a doctor before if you have had an allergic reaction to Ezentia Tablet , have liver or kidney problems, pregnant or planning to get pregnant, are breastfeeding, have severe lung disease, or have a previous heart attack or stroke caused by bleeding in the brain, have hypothyroidism, drink more than two servings of alcohol per day and have a muscle disorder (fibromyalgia).

Uses of Ezentia Tablet

Ezentia Tablet is used in the treatment of high cholesterol. The detailed uses of Ezentia Tablet are as follows:

  • Treatment of High cholesterol: Ezentia Tablet is used in the treatment of high cholesterol.
  • Management of cholesterol: Ezentia Tablet is used to manage primary hyperlipidemia and mixed dyslipidemia.

Directions for Use

  • Ezentia Tablet can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
  • Swallow Ezentia Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not chew, crush or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Ezentia Tablet contains a cholesterol-lowering medication primarily used to treat high cholesterol. 
  • Cholesterol is a waxy substance produced by the liver to protect nerves, make tissue, and make various hormones.
  • Ezentia Tablet contains ezetimibe, which is a cholesterol absorption inhibitor.
  • Ezentia Tablet also helps reduce the chances of heart disease and makes them healthier.

How Ezentia Tablet Works

Ezentia Tablet contains Ezetimibe, which is a cholesterol absorption inhibitor. It effectively lowers the amount of cholesterol in the blood by reducing cholesterol absorption in the intestine and lowering the level of bad cholesterol in the blood. Hence, reducing the chances of heart disease and making them healthier.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.
Side effects of Ezentia Tablet
Here's a comprehensive approach to managing medication-triggered fever:
  • Inform your doctor immediately if you experience a fever after starting a new medication.
  • Your doctor may adjust your medication regimen or dosage as needed to minimize fever symptoms.
  • Monitor your body temperature to monitor fever progression.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water or electrolyte-rich beverages, to help your body regulate temperature.
  • Get plenty of rest and engage in relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing or meditation, to help manage fever symptoms.
  • Under the guidance of your doctor, consider taking medication, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen, to help reduce fever.
  • If your fever is extremely high (over 103°F), or if you experience severe symptoms such as confusion, seizures, or difficulty breathing, seek immediate medical attention.
  • To help reduce symptoms, eat foods high in vitamin C, such as oranges, bell peppers and strawberries.
  • Lightly blow your nose to remove mucus; steer clear of blowing hard.
  • Infections can be prevented from spreading by washing hands frequently and staying away from other people.
  • If you have allergies, do your best to avoid triggering allergens that could contribute to a runny nose.
  • Don't smoke, as irritating the nasal passages can make a runny nose worse.
  • Drink warm fluids such as warm water with honey, broth, soup or herbal tea to soothe sore throat.
  • Gargle with warm salt water.
  • Suck on lozenges to increase the production of saliva and soothe your throat.
  • Use a humidifier to soothe sore throat as it adds moisture to the air and makes breathing easier.
Managing back pain as a side effect of medication requires a combination of self-care techniques, lifestyle modifications, and medical interventions. Here are the steps:
  • Talk to your doctor about your back pain and potential medication substitutes or dose changes.
  • Try yoga or Pilates and other mild stretching exercises to increase flexibility and strengthen your back muscles.
  • To lessen the tension on your back, sit and stand upright and maintain proper posture.
  • To alleviate discomfort and minimize inflammation, apply heat or cold packs to the afflicted area.
  • Under your doctor's supervision, think about taking over-the-counter painkillers like acetaminophen or ibuprofen.
  • Make ergonomic adjustments to your workspace and daily activities to reduce strain on your back.
  • To handle tension that could make back pain worse, try stress-reduction methods like deep breathing or meditation.
  • Use pillows and a supportive mattress to keep your spine in the right posture as you sleep.
  • Back discomfort can worsen by bending, twisting, and heavy lifting.
  • Speak with a physical therapist to create a customized training regimen to increase back strength and flexibility.
  • Body pain can be treated with regular exercise or yoga, which includes mild stretching, which helps strengthen the lower body.
  • Warm baths and gentle massage of the affected parts can help relieve pain.
  • Avoid strenuous activity and take frequent breaks, as rest is critical.
  • Intake of nutritious food can help strengthen body and mind. A trained nutritionist can help design a balanced diet for strengthening your body.
  • Speak to your doctor if the pain lasts an extended period. Medical help can be practical in finding a cure for constant body pain.
  • Chest pain may last for a while and needs immediate medical attention as it is a significant health issue to be attended to.
  • Take rest and refrain from doing physical activity for a while, and restart after a few days.
  • Try applying an ice pack to the strained area for at least 20 minutes thrice a day. Ice pack thus helps reduce inflammation.
  • Sit upright and maintain proper posture if there is persistent chest pain. • Use extra pillows to elevate your position and prop your chest up while sleeping.

What if I have taken an overdose of Ezentia Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Ezentia Tablet as it may cause serious side effects. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not take Ezentia Tablet if you are allergic to Ezentia Tablet or any of its ingredients.
  • Ezentia Tablet should not be taken if you have liver or kidney disease or myopathy (muscle disease).
  • If you are taking Ezentia Tablet with another cholesterol-lowering medication, especially statin, you should do a blood test to check liver enzymes.
  • Do not take Ezentia Tablet along with other cholesterol-lowering medicines (cholestyramine, colesevelam, colestipol); take it either 4 hours before or 2 hours after Ezentia Tablet . 
  • To rule out any negative effects/interactions, keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all medications you take.

 

 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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EzetimibeTeriflunomide
Severe
EzetimibeCerivastatin
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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EzetimibeTeriflunomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ezentia Tablet:
Teriflunomide can cause higher levels of Ezentia Tablet in the blood by reducing its excretion rate.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ezentia Tablet with Teriflunomide together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
EzetimibeCerivastatin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ezentia Tablet:
Using Ezentia Tablet together with cerivastatin can increase the risk of side effects (liver damage and rhabdomyolysis - a condition that involves the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Ezentia Tablet and Cerivastatin, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. It's important to keep an eye on your health. If you notice any of these signs - like feeling achy, weak, or having a fever - it's a good idea to reach out to your doctor right away. Other symptoms to watch out for include dark urine, chills, joint pain, swelling, bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, or bleeding. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
EzetimibeClofibride
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ezentia Tablet:
Using clofibrate and Ezentia Tablet may lead to the formation of gall stones.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ezentia Tablet with Clofibrate together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you have any of these symptoms related to cholelithiasis, it's important to contact a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
EzetimibeVoclosporin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ezentia Tablet:
Taking Ezentia Tablet and Voclosporin may increase the blood levels and effects of Ezentia Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Ezentia Tablet with Voclosporin can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you start or stop taking voclosporin, doctor may need to adjust the dose of other medications you are taking and keep an eye on your health and test results. If you notice any changes in your condition, make sure to contact a doctor right away." Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
EzetimibePitavastatin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ezentia Tablet:
Combining Ezentia Tablet with Pitavastatin can increase the risk of liver damage, and rhabdomyolysis (the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ezentia Tablet with Pitavastatin together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms like unexpected bruising or bleeding, skin rash, itching, exhaustion, nausea, vomiting, yellowing of the skin or eyes, unexplained muscular pain, tenderness, or weakness, fever, dark urine, chills, joint pain, or swelling, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
EzetimibeFluvastatin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ezentia Tablet:
When Ezentia Tablet and Fluvastatin are taken together, the body may not get rid of Ezentia Tablet as efficiently.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Ezentia Tablet and Fluvastatin, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
EzetimibeEluxadoline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ezentia Tablet:
When Ezentia Tablet and Eluxadoline are taken together, the may increase the blood levels and effects of Ezentia Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Ezentia Tablet and Eluxadoline, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
EzetimibeTemsirolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ezentia Tablet:
Taking Temsirolimus and Ezentia Tablet can increase blood levels of cholesterol and triglycerides.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Ezentia Tablet and Temsirolimus, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you are taking sirolimus or temsirolimus along with your cholesterol-lowering medications, it is important to regularly check blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels with a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
EzetimibeLovastatin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ezentia Tablet:
Taking Lovastatin with Ezentia Tablet may cause higher levels of Ezentia Tablet in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ezentia Tablet and Lovastatin together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
EzetimibePravastatin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Ezentia Tablet:
Pravastatin can cause higher levels of Ezentia Tablet in the blood by reducing its excretion rate.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Ezentia Tablet with Pravastatin can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Try aromatherapy, yoga, and meditation to help relax your body and mind.
  • Try to do breathing exercises to get more oxygen.
  • Eat a healthy diet rich in soluble fibre like beans, legumes, whole grains, flax, apples, and citrus fruits.
  • Try to replace most of your saturated fats with unsaturated fats that can reduce total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol quickly. Foods like avocados, olive oil, fatty fish, and nuts contain many heart-healthy unsaturated fats, so it’s beneficial to eat them regularly.
  • Try to adopt a Mediterranean-style diet rich in olive oil, fruits, vegetables, nuts, whole grains, and fish, low in red meat and most dairy.
  • Try to give priority to more fruits and veggies in your daily meal as these contain antioxidants that help to lower LDL
  • Minimize the intake of added sugar. The American Heart Association (ADA) recommends one should not eat more than 100 calories (25 grams) of added sugar for women and children and no more than 150 calories (37.5 grams) for men every day.
  • American Heart Association recommends sodium chloride intake (table salt) should not exceed more than 2,300 mg per day as part of a healthy eating pattern.
  • As a precautionary measure, do not consume alcohol and quit smoking.

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No

Therapeutic Class

ANTILIPEMICS

Ezentia Tablet Substitute

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Do not drink too much while taking Ezentia Tablet . Drinking a lot of alcohol makes you more likely to get muscle and liver side effects.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Please consult the doctor. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on pregnant women. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Consult your doctor, and there is no substantial research yet on the use of Ezentia Tablet in breastfeeding/nursing mothers. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Ezentia Tablet will not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Ezentia Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have had a history of liver disease. Your doctor will have to change the dosage depending on your medical condition and your reaction to treatment.

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Kidney

Caution

Ezentia Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have had a history of kidney disease. Your doctor will have to change the dosage depending on your medical condition and your reaction to treatment.

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Children

Unsafe

Ezentia Tablet is not recommended for children below the age of 17 years.

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FAQs

Ezentia Tablet is primarily used to treat high cholesterol.

Ezentia Tablet contains Ezetimibe, which is a cholesterol absorption inhibitor. It effectively lowers‚ cholesterol in the blood by reducing cholesterol absorption in the intestine and lowering bad cholesterol levels. Hence, reducing the chances of heart disease and making them healthier.

Ezentia Tablet , when used with another cholesterol-lowering medicine, especially statin, can cause an increase in liver enzymes. But if used alone, the chances of increased liver enzymes become very rare.

Ezentia Tablet is primarily used to treat blood cholesterol levels, so for best results, avoid food that is high in cholesterol, like chips, burgers, and fried food. Preferably eat a low-fat, low-cholesterol diet like home-cooked food.

People with liver or kidney disease or muscle weakness (myopathy) should avoid taking Ezentia Tablet as it might further worsen their condition.

Ezentia Tablet may cause side effects such as stomach pain, diarrhoea, feeling tired, flatulence (gas), joint pain and respiratory tract infection. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

No, Ezentia Tablet is not a blood thinner. It is a cholesterol-lowering medication that reduces bad cholesterol levels in the blood and the risk of heart diseases.

You are recommended not to stop taking Ezentia Tablet on your own without first consulting your doctor as it may worsen your condition. If you experience any difficulty while using Ezentia Tablet , please consult your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., SUN HOUSE, CTS No. 201 B/1, Western Express Highway, Goregaon (E), Mumbai 400063
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Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

M Pharmacy

Dr Aneela SiddabathuniDoctor badge

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Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Aug 13, 2025 | 2:07 PM IST

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Reference

  1. https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a603015.html
  2. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.8618.pdf
  3. https://www.drugs.com/disease-interactions/ezetimibe.html

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