Lipiget EZ 20/10mg Tablets – Cholesterol & Heart Health Support

Description:

Lipiget EZ 20/10mg is a combination prescription medication designed to manage high cholesterol and triglycerides, supporting heart health. This tablet combines atorvastatin and ezetimibe to lower LDL (“bad”) cholesterol, reduce triglycerides, and increase HDL (“good”) cholesterol more effectively than either medicine alone.

Ingredients:

• Active Ingredients:

  • Atorvastatin 20mg

  • Ezetimibe 10mg

• Inactive Ingredients: Lactose, starch, magnesium stearate, and other excipients

Drug Class:

• Statin + Cholesterol Absorption Inhibitor

Dosage Form:

• Oral Tablet

Uses:

• Treats high cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia)

• Reduces risk of heart attack and stroke

• Manages familial hypercholesterolemia

• Supports overall cardiovascular health

Dosage:

• Adults: Typically 1 tablet once daily, or as directed by a physician

• Best taken in the evening

• Dosage may vary based on cholesterol levels and patient response

In Case of Overdose:

• Symptoms: severe muscle pain, weakness, nausea, vomiting, or unusual fatigue

• Seek immediate medical attention

Missed Dose:

• Take as soon as remembered

• If near the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose

• Do not double the dose

How to Use:

• Swallow whole with water

• Can be taken with or without food

• Follow a heart-healthy diet and maintain regular exercise

• Avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice

When Not to Use:

• Allergy to atorvastatin, ezetimibe, or other statins

• Active liver disease or unexplained liver enzyme abnormalities

• Pregnancy or breastfeeding

Side Effects:

Common:

• Headache

• Stomach upset

• Muscle aches

Serious (seek medical attention):

• Severe muscle pain or weakness (myopathy)

• Yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice)

• Severe allergic reactions

Precautions & Warnings:

• Regular liver function monitoring recommended

• Use with caution in patients with kidney disease or history of alcohol abuse

• Inform your doctor of all other medications

• Report unexplained muscle pain or weakness

Drug Interactions:

• Other cholesterol-lowering drugs

• Certain antibiotics or antifungals

• Warfarin and some immunosuppressants

• Grapefruit or grapefruit juice

Storage/Disposal:

• Store below 25°C in a dry, dark place

• Keep out of reach of children

• Safely dispose of expired or unused tablets

Control Drug:

• Prescription-only medication

Quick Tips:

• Maintain a low-fat, heart-healthy diet

• Exercise regularly

• Take consistently at the same time daily

• Monitor cholesterol levels periodically