Vytorin

Ezetimibe + Simvastatin

Ezetimibe/simvastatin is a drug combination used for the treatment of dyslipidemia. It is a combination of ezetimibe (known as Zetia in the United States) and the statin drug simvastatin (known as Zocor in the US). Ezetimibe reduces blood cholesterol by acting at the brush border of the small intestine and inhibiting the absorption of cholesterol, leading to a decrease in the delivery of intestinal cholesterol to the liver. Simvastatin is an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor or statin. It works by ...

I just started taking 10 mg of Vytorin 1x day. I read it has many side effects. Does any one out there have any advice on this drug and what I should watch for as far as side effects. ## Ohhhhhhh, please! Say it isn't so! I recently started on Vytorin as well but I've not noticed anything weird. I don't know a thing about it except it replaces two other meds I was on. Hopefully, neither of us experiences any side effects. ## I recently began a regimen of Vytorin and am experiencing acute swelling of ankles and legs. Would like to know if others have experienced this. ## Ive been taking 10/20 vytorin for three mo. an notice swelling of hands legs ankles an back going to doctor today never swell before ## I've not experienced this ... I'm sorry everyone else has. I app...

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I have been on vytorin for about 4 yrs. In the past year I have been haveing some really bad pains in the muscles in my arms just down from my shoulders. It is usually just when I wake up. I hadn't considered this as a side affect of vytorin untill I read sore muscles in this forum. I've had great results from vytorin and with the exception of it's outrageious price wouldn't mind staying on it.How can I test, without stoping it, if this is the cause of my sore muscles. Would that symptom come on after 3 yrs. or is it possible that vytorin is the cause. Thanks. Oh! is there a generic for vytorin? ## It is always possible for your body to change and for you to suddenly start experiencing different symptoms from a medication you have been on. Have you talked to your doctor ...

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Due to costs, etc, interested in replacing Vytorin 10/80 with a generic Zocor. ## It really depends on your own body, generics work well for some people and for some, they don't. Under U.S. Federal Law, generic medications are allowed to differ in the active ingredient by as much as PLUS OR MINUS 20%, so that made by one company may contain the correct dosage and that made by another company may not.

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Dr.wants to cut my Vytorin 10-40 in half. Can this be ok? ## Hello, Joe! How are you? Yes, if your doctor has instructed you to do so, that's fine. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache and joint/muscle aches. ## That's all I needed to know, thank you ## Had a heart transplant 23 years ago. I am on 1/40 vytorin. Have dry mouth and muscle pain. Can I cut tab in half?

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Is it ok to cut the Vytorin 10/80 pill (marked 315) in half? I would like to try half the dosage for two months and then see what my corresponding blood lab reading show insofar as potential changes in my cholesterol levels. Is it ok to cut this Vytorin 10/80 pill (marked 315) in half? ## Hello, GaryH! How are you? This isn't a time released tablet, so unless the pharmacy or your doctor has instructed you not to do so, it isn't a problem. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache and joint/muscle aches. Is there anything else I can help with?

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white pill oblong and rounded on ends ## Pill Image This is Vytorin, 10mgs Ezetimibe and 40mgs Saimvastatin. It is used to help lower cholesterol. ## An oblong/oval solid white pill, with a capital S printed in the middle of one side, and on the other in smaller typing: 313 (on the right side of the pill)

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white oval pill ## The pill in description is Vytorin, which is a generic for Ezetimibe (10 mg) + Simvastatin (40 mg). To view information about this drug, please click on the link below... If you have any other questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to assist you.

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lower cholesterol ## Are you possibly seeking information on Vytorin? It contains Ezetimibe and Simvastatin, it is most commonly used to help treat high cholesterol. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and joint/muscle aches. Are you on any other medications?

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I have had raised cholesterol for years and was changed to Vytorin about 12 months ago. I am now on 10/80. I have been under a neurologist for years about "unexplained white matter" on my brain. For the past few months when med was raised, I have had tingling in arms legs and down the side of my face. I feel very unbalanced and "off with the fairies" at times and know that I am just not right. Thinking and memory has been effected. I am now looking at medication (Vytorin) and have stopped taking it to see if these symptoms improve. Is there anybody else out there who has experienced the same symptoms on these meds.? I am at my wits end ## Hello, Marg! How are you? Those can be side effects of Vytorin, as reported by the FDA. You may also experience nausea, dizziness, hea...

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I am taking Vytorin (Ezetimibe + Simvastatin) 40mg. What reaction will that have on my taking Isosorbide mononitrate ER 30mg? ## Based on my research there are no drug interactions found between The active ingredients in Vytorin and Isosorbide. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist, but my sources state that every effort has been made to ensure that the information provided is accurate. With that said, because I am not a doctor, the most I can tell you is that from what I've read, these two medications are regarded as being safe to take together and shouldn't present any problems outside of the normal side effects associated with each medication. I hope this helps to answer your question!

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white oblong pill with 311 stamped on it. what is it? ## I think you have Vytorin a cholestorol reducer ## I have to agree with Susie, it is manufactured by Merck and Company. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, joint/muscle ache, and headache. Does anyone else recognize this tablet?

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i am considering using LIVALO over 40 mg of VYTORIN to lower my total cholesterol level, raise my HDL cholesterol, lower triglycerides,reduce the risk of heart attack & mortality !! ## Livalo contains the active ingredient pitavastatin, it is commonly used to help lower cholesterol. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, headache and joint/muscle aches. Learn more: Vytorin contains the active ingredients Ezetimibe and Simvastatin, which has also been proven to help lower cholesterol. The side effect profile is the same as that of the Livalo. Are you saying you've chosen one over the other, or are using both? ## Is there truth about Vytorin increasing the chance of cancer ?

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small oblong white pill apo on one side number083 on other. might be vytorin generic ## white with 083 and on the other side apo 2AFA ## This tablet contains 20mgs of Paroxetine, a generic for Percocet. This is an antidepressant. Some of the most common side effects include: nausea, drowsiness, dry mouth and weight gain.

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Need to know the drug name and what is prescribed for ## This is a Vytorin tablet, it contains 10mgs of Ezetimibe and 40mgs of Simvastatin, it's most commonly used to help lower cholesterol. Learn more Vytorin details here. It may cause some problematic side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, severe headaches and joint/muscle aches. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Thank you so much. I was wondering since I put them up to save them. You have been very helpful. Thanks cookie

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I have been taking simvastatin tabs for 2 months now, choslerol count is good but my trigleride level has increased from taking Vytorin 141 count to taking simvastatin now 232 ## What is the difference between simvastatin and Vytorin.my doctor change my medication from Vytorin to simvastatin 3 months ago. I now have muscle pain in my back and legs. Could this come from the change? ## That is unusual, these medications are generally known to help lower triglyceride levels. What has your doctor advised? Are you watching your diet? Sharon, Vytorin contains Simvastatin with Ezetimibe, so he has just changed you to taking only one of these medications, rather than both. Typical side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, joint/muscle aches, and stomach pain. Thus, what you're e...

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i need to now what this pill is asap!!! I think it might be a hydracodone but i need to know for sure ## Located a match it's Vytorin (active ingredients Ezetimibe 10 mg and Simvastatin 80 MG) which is used for the treatment of dyslipidemia. To learn more click on the link below... used for the treatment of dyslipidemia Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do.

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about as long as a pinky finger nail, completely blank on one side, face has 312 imprinted on it ## This is a Vytorin tablet, it contains 10mgs of Ezetimbe and 20mgs of Simvastatin, commonly used to help lower cholesterol. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, joint/muscle aches and depression. Read more: Do you have any other questions?

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white oblong pill blank on one side number 312 on other side. My friend thinks it is her lipitor, but I can not find such pill under lipitor. ## please send ## It is actually Vytorin, the generic version, 10/20mgs. ## white oblong pill blank on one side number 312 on other side

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I would like to know the ingredients in Triam-HCTZ. ## I need the reaction of each one of these medicine. Triam/HCTZ Zelnorm Hydroco/APAP Estradiol Metformin 500mg Fluoxetine 20mg Pot Chloride 20meq Vytorin Ozaprozin 600mg ## To answer the original question, the combination of active ingredients which you are referring to is Triamterene + Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ), generic for Dyazide. If anybody is able to answer Myrtis' question, please reply. ## Myrtis, if you look at the top of the page, you will see an alphabet list, each on pulls up a list of prescription drugs that start with that letter. Each of those lists is also sorted alphabetically and you can scroll through for the drug you are looking for and access the information monograph from there. Is this for a school assignment?

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