- Helps block the absorption of
cholesterol that comes from food, and - Reduces the cholesterol your body makes naturally
VYTORIN contains two cholesterol medicines, Zetia (ezetimibe) and Zocor (simvastatin), in a single tablet. VYTORIN has not been shown to reduce heart attacks or strokes more than Zocor alone.
The result is that less bad cholesterol ends up in your
bloodstream.
- Lower LDL (bad) cholesterol
- Lower total cholesterol
- Lower triglycerides (fatty substances in your blood)
- Raise HDL (good) cholesterol
Your doctor may decide that, along with diet and exercise, VYTORIN is right for you. If so, remember to take 1 pill a day in the evening, as your doctor prescribes. Take VYTORIN with or without food—the choice is yours.
VYTORIN was clinically proven to lower bad cholesterol more than Lipitor or Zocor alone. (Average effect across all doses studied. Your results may vary.)
VYTORIN contains two cholesterol medicines, Zetia (ezetimibe) and Zocor (simvastatin), in a single tablet. VYTORIN has not been shown to reduce heart attacks or strokes more than Zocor alone.
Important Risk Information About VYTORIN:
VYTORIN is a prescription tablet and isn’t right for everyone, including women who are nursing or pregnant or who may become pregnant, and anyone with liver problems.
Unexplained muscle pain or weakness could be a sign of a rare but serious side effect and should be reported to your doctor right away. VYTORIN may interact with other medicines or certain foods, increasing your risk of getting this serious side effect. So, tell your doctor about any other medications you are taking.
Your doctor may do simple blood tests before and during treatment with VYTORIN to check for liver problems. Side effects included headache, muscle pain, and diarrhea.
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
Please read the Patient Product Information and discuss it with your doctor. Also available is the physician Prescribing Information.
