Atorvastatin + Ezetimibe: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan
Atorvastatin + Ezetimibe is a combination cholesterol-lowering medicine. It is a prescription medicine used for high cholesterol, familial hypercholesterolaemia and prevention of heart disease. In Pakistan it is available as tablets, made by 5 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.
How Atorvastatin + Ezetimibe works
Atorvastatin blocks an enzyme the liver uses to make cholesterol, which also prompts the liver to pull more LDL out of the blood. Ezetimibe works in the small intestine, reducing how much cholesterol is absorbed from food and bile. Together they lower cholesterol more than either one alone.
What is Atorvastatin + Ezetimibe used for?
- High cholesterol
- Familial hypercholesterolaemia
- Prevention of heart disease
Atorvastatin + Ezetimibe is used to lower LDL ('bad') cholesterol in people whose levels stay too high on a statin alone, or who are already taking both medicines separately. Lowering cholesterol reduces the build-up of fatty deposits in the arteries and the risk of heart attack and stroke. It works best alongside a low-fat diet, regular exercise and not smoking.
Side effects of Atorvastatin + Ezetimibe
Many people notice no side effects, but Atorvastatin + Ezetimibe can sometimes cause:
- Muscle aches or weakness
- Headache
- Diarrhoea or stomach upset
- Tiredness
- Joint pain
Stop taking it and contact a doctor straight away if you have unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness, especially with fever or dark urine, or if you develop yellow skin or eyes or a severe rash.
Precautions and warnings
- Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney problems, an underactive thyroid, or have had muscle problems with a cholesterol medicine before.
- Avoid large amounts of grapefruit juice, and tell your doctor about other medicines such as certain antibiotics, antifungals, HIV medicines, ciclosporin, fibrates and warfarin.
- It must not be used in pregnancy or while breastfeeding, so stop it and speak to your doctor if you become pregnant.
- Your doctor may check your liver function and cholesterol levels with blood tests.
- Limit alcohol, as heavy drinking can affect the liver.
Frequently asked questions about Atorvastatin + Ezetimibe
What is the price of Atorvastatin + Ezetimibe in Pakistan?
At Medimart, Atorvastatin + Ezetimibe products currently in stock range from Rs 273 to Rs 975 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Lochol EZ 10mg+10mg Tablet at Rs 273. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.Which brands of Atorvastatin + Ezetimibe are available in Pakistan?
Atorvastatin + Ezetimibe is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Lipiget (Getz Pharma Ltd), Jezeta (Hilton Pharma Ltd), Lochol (Scilife Pharma Ltd) and Simbex (Searle Company Limited).Do I need a prescription for Atorvastatin + Ezetimibe?
Yes. Atorvastatin + Ezetimibe is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.
Can Atorvastatin + Ezetimibe be used during pregnancy?
It must not be used in pregnancy or while breastfeeding, so stop it and speak to your doctor if you become pregnant.
Are all Atorvastatin + Ezetimibe brands the same?
Brands that contain the same amount of Atorvastatin + Ezetimibe in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.
Atorvastatin + Ezetimibe brands and prices in Pakistan
Medimart lists 9 products containing Atorvastatin + Ezetimibe from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.
