Zetia
Ezetimibe 10mg tablets, used in the management of hypercholesterolaemia. It blocks cholesterol absorption at the brush border of the small intestine.
- Category
- Cholesterol Management
- Active ingredient
- Ezetimibe
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 10mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Zetia on your behalf.
- Condition
- Hypercholesterolaemia
- Alternative names
- Ezetrol
- Therapeutic class
- Cholesterol Absorption Inhibitor
- Pharmacological class
- 2-azetidinone
- Contraindications
- active liver disease; hypersensitivity to ezetimibe
- Minor side effects
- fatigue; abdominal pain
- Moderate side effects
- diarrhoea; myalgia
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- MSD
- Onset Time
- 1–2 weeks
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature.
- Drug interactions
- ciclosporin; warfarin
- Age restrictions
- Safety in children <6 years not established.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Pregnancy use not recommended. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Precautions and warnings
monitor liver function tests; use with statins requires statin-specific precautions
Serious side effects
rhabdomyolysis, requires immediate medical attention; hepatic dysfunction, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Ezetimibe 10mg tablets, used in the management of hypercholesterolaemia. It blocks cholesterol absorption at the brush border of the small intestine.
Mechanism of action
Ezetimibe inhibits the absorption of cholesterol at the brush border of the small intestine, resulting in decreased delivery of intestinal cholesterol to the liver.
Zetia is a brand of ezetimibe, used to assist with the management of hypercholesterolaemia. The same active ingredient is also sold under the brand name Ezetrol, supplied as a 10mg tablet. This preparation is a common choice for patients seeking to maintain steady lipid levels as part of their health management.
## Buying Zetia online
For those residing in areas far from a well-stocked pharmacy, choosing generic ezetimibe offers a reliable and often more affordable way to ensure uninterrupted access to a long-term treatment plan.Is the Zetia on SGMeds a generic?
Yes. SGMeds ships a generic with the same active ingredient (ezetimibe) at the same strength, not the original Zetia made by MSD. We use the brand name so you can find the medicine, and the generic's manufacturer varies with stock.
What is Zetia for?
Zetia is used for high cholesterol (hypercholesterolaemia).
How much does Zetia cost in Singapore?
Zetia comes in a 10mg strength, in packs of 30 to 180 tablets. Each option's price is shown on this page in Singapore dollars, converted from US dollars, so the exchange rate can change the final amount. Larger packs work out cheaper per tablet.
Payment and prices →Which other brands contain ezetimibe?
In other countries, ezetimibe is also sold as Ezetrol.
How long does Zetia take to work?
Zetia usually starts to work within 1 to 2 weeks. Timing differs from person to person.
Can Zetia cause side effects?
Yes. The most common side effects of ezetimibe are fatigue and abdominal pain. Less common ones are diarrhoea and muscle pain (myalgia). Serious side effects include muscle breakdown (rhabdomyolysis) and hepatic dysfunction. Get medical help straight away if you notice one of these serious effects.
What does Zetia interact with?
Ezetimibe can interact with an immune-suppressing medicine (ciclosporin) and warfarin. Before you start Zetia, tell your doctor or pharmacist about any medicines, supplements or herbal remedies you take.
Do I need a prescription for Zetia in Singapore?
No. SGMeds does not ask for a prescription to order Zetia: we place the order with our pharmacy partner, which prepares it and arranges delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Where can I buy Zetia in Singapore?
You can order Zetia here on SGMeds: choose the strength and pack, then check out. Parcels go to Singapore and Malaysia by Express shipping (tracked, up to 1 week) or Regular shipping (up to 3 weeks).
How ordering works →What you will receive
Zetia is the originator brand name, made by MSD. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with MSD and do not ship the original Zetia.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Ezetimibe) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.