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EGLOCARD 10mg Tablet 10s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Ezetimibe:10mg + Simvastatin:20mg
- Manufactured by : Himont Pharmaceuticals (PVT) LTD.
- Drug Strength : 10mg
- Drug Form : Tablet
- Pack Size : 10s
- Product SKU : dis_24335
Ezetimibe:10mg + Simvastatin:20mg | Lipid-regulating drugs /Anti-atheromas
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Manufactured / Marketed By : Himont Pharma Product Form : TabletPack Size : 10sIngredients : Ezetimibe:10mg + Simvastatin:20mgGeneric Category : Lipid-regulating drugs /Anti-atheromas
How it works
EGLOCARD 10mg Tablet 10s works by reducing the amount of cholesterol your body absorbs from your diet.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for EGLOCARD 10mg Tablet 10s
- Dizziness severe
- Fast heartbeat severe
- Dark colored urine severe
- Muscle or joint pain severe
- Sweating severe
- Headache severe
- Acid or sour stomach
- Excessive air or gas in stomach
- Heartburn
- Skin Rash
- Sore throat severe
- Runny Nose severe
- Sneezing
- Itching
- Loss of appetite
- Fever
- Cough severe
- Nausea and Vomiting
Uses of EGLOCARD 10mg Tablet 10s
What is it prescribed for?
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Primary Hypercholesterolemia
This medicine is used to treat primary hypercholesterolemia, a condition characterized by high levels of cholesterol in the blood.
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Hyperlipidemia
This medicine is used to treat hyperlipidemia, a condition characterized by high levels of lipids in the blood.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
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Duration of Effect
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women due to the increased risk of fetal harm. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to simvastatin, ezetimibe, or any other inactive ingredients present along with these medicines.
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Impaired Liver function
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with active liver diseases or any abnormality in the liver function tests due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. It is also not recommended for use in patients with a moderate-to-severe liver function impairment due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women due to the increased risk of fetal harm. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
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Cognitive impairment
This medicine may cause forgetfulness, memory loss, confusion, etc. These side effects are reversible and usually disappear once the therapy is discontinued.
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Liver enzymes
This medicine may increase the liver enzyme levels in some patients. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
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Myopathy and Rhabdomyolysis
This medicine may cause muscle breakdown and rhabdomyolysis in some patients, a condition which can be fatal. This may cause symptoms such as severe tiredness and weakness. This risk is especially higher in the elderly population and in patients with active muscle disorders. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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Alcohol consumption
This medicine may cause liver and kidney injuries in patients consuming alcohol very frequently and in large quantities. Hence, consumption of alcohol should be avoided during treatment with this medicine.
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Fusidic acid
Coadministration of systemic fusidic acid and this combination medicine is not recommended due to the increased risk of rhabdomyolysis. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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Coumarin Anticoagulants
This medicine should be used with caution in patients receiving coumarin anticoagulants such as warfarin due to the increased risk of excessive bleeding. Close monitoring of International Normalized Ratio (INR) is recommended for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
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Pediatric use
The safety and efficacy of this medicine have not been clinically established in children less than 10 years of age.
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Other medicines
Many medicines interact with this combination medicine and their interaction may cause serious adverse effects. It is advised that you report to the doctor all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this combination medicine.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
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Overdose
Seek the emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Carbamazepine moderate
- Ciprofloxacin moderate
- Cyclosporine moderate
- Colchicine severe
- Cholestyramine moderate
- Fenofibrate moderate
- Ketoconazole severe
- HIV protease inhibitors severe
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severe
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with mild liver function impairment due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a moderate-to-severe liver function impairment. Close monitoring of liver function tests is recommended during treatment with this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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severe
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with rhabdomyolysis due to the increased risk of renal failure and death. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered under your doctor's supervision.
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moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with diabetes due to the increased risk of elevated blood glucose levels. Close monitoring of blood glucose levels is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.
General Instructions
Take this medicine as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Other details
- Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- May cause sleepiness
References
- webmd.com - Ezetimibe-Simvastatin [Internet]. Available from: https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-91437/ezetimibe-simvastatin-oral/details [cited 6/7/2020].
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