Vytorin is an antidislipidemic remedy with ezetimibe and simvastatin that helps lower levels of total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol and other fatty substances known as triglycerides.
Vytorin is produced by MSD laboratories and can be purchased from conventional pharmacies with a prescription in the form of 10 mg + 10 mg, 10 mg + 20 mg or 10 mg + 40 mg tablets.
Vytorin Price
The price of Vytorin can range from 50 to 200 reais, depending on the dosage of the medicine and the amount of tablets in the product box.
Indications of Vytorin
Vytorin is indicated for the treatment of high levels of total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol and triglycerides in adolescents and adults who can not control dietary cholesterol levels alone.
How to use Vytorin
The mode of use of Vytorin varies according to the age of the patient and therefore should be guided by a physician, however, the recommended dose is 1 tablet of Vytorin the night before or after dinner.
Side effects of Vytorin
The major side effects of Vytorin include muscle pain, changes in blood test, increased blood clotting time, weight loss, dizziness, headache, tingling sensation, abdominal pain, excessive gas, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dry mouth, heartburn, itching, joint pain, and generalized weakness.
Contraindications of Vytorin
Vytorin is contraindicated for pregnant women, breast-feeding women and patients with liver problems, as well as hypersensitivity to ezetimibe, simvastatin or any other component of the formula.
