Simcard EZ, Simvastatin/ Ezetimibe

Simvastatin is used for the treatment of increased cholesterol levels in blood, triglycerides levels in blood and increased LDL levels in blood.

Simvastatin is known as HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor. Simvastatin works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. In most patients, simvastatin reduces the bad cholesterol and can actually raise the good cholesterol. Simvastatin regulates the amount of cholesterol and other lipids made by the body. Simvastatin does this by blocking the action of a certain enzyme called HMG-CoA reductase which your body needs to make the fats. This then lowers the risk of heart and blood vessel disease.

Patients who take Simvastatin may suffer from such side effects;

Constipation,
Diarrhoea,
Stomach upset,
Nausea,
Headache,
Dizziness,
Musculoskeletal pain,
Allergic reaction,
Dyspepsia,
Nasopharyngitis,
Increased liver enzymes,
Joint swelling,
Increased glucose level in blood

Ezetimibe is used in the treatment for reducing the increased cholesterol levels in blood

Ezetimibe is known as a cholesterol absorption inhibitor. Ezetimibe is indicated for the lowering of cholesterol levels caused by by conditions such as hypercholesterolaemia. Ezetimibe works by reducing the amount of cholesterol you absorb from food. Ezetimibe has also been prescribed for high levels of cholesterol caused by rare inherited conditions such as phytosterolaemia and homozygous sistosterolaemia. Ezetimibe is frequently used alongside exercise and special dietary plans.

Patients who take Ezetimibe may suffer from such side effects;

Coughing,
Flatulence,
Tiredness,
Joint pain,
Sinus inflammation,
Limb pain,
Diarrhoea,
Respiratory tract infectio