Lower Cholesterol

[Tyrion44]

I have just been prescribed Ezetimibe 10mg to lower my cholesterol as I cannot tolerate statins. Has anyone used these and do they cause any side effects? Thanks.

[Buenchico]

The following side effects are listed as 'common' or 'very common' by the British National Formulary (which is the standard reference work used by doctors and pharmacists):
Asthenia [ = muscle weakness and/or lack of energy] ;
Diarrhoea ;
Gastrointestinal discomfort ;
Gastrointestinal disorders.

To view less common side effects, see here:
https://bnf.nice.org.uk/drug/ezetimibe.html#sideEffects

[gingejbee]

....and the information leaflet included in the pack will tell you everything you need to know...

[Sqad]

Yes, I have been on Ezetimide 10mgms for 15 years as i couldn't take statins.
No problems at all.

[Tyrion44]

Thanks for your replies, especially you sqad as I was hoping for personal experience.

[Sqad]

As a matter of interest I am heartened that you have been offered an alternative to statins, as in my opinion this alternative is not well publicised,it being if you can't take statins then ..tough.
I have seen it prescribed WITH statins if lowering the blood cholesterol is becoming a problem.
A pat on the back for your Dr.

[jamesnan]

I reacted to Ezetimibe after reacting to other statins, all gave me pain but especially leg cramps.