Zetia (ezetimibe) is an oral medication used to treat people with high cholesterol by lowering total cholesterol and "bad" cholesterol (LDL) levels in the blood
Prescribed for High Cholesterol - Familial Heterozygous, Hyperlipoproteinemia, High more
However, studies have found both Zetia and Lipitor to be effective for lowering cholesterol
It generally has few side effects and is
, 10 mg/day for Zetia and up to 80 mg/day for atorvastatin), then brand-name Lipitor is slightly less expensive on
Pros • Can help lower the risk of heart attack, and stroke • Can be used in children as young as 10 years old • Long-acting, so can take it at anytime • Available as a lower-cost