Evaluation of LDL Cholesterol in Patients Switched From 10 to 5 Milligrams of Zetia (Ezetimibe)

Summary

The purpose of this study is to compare the effect on LDL cholesterol levels of converting patients who are receiving the cholesterol absorption inhibitor Zetia at a dose of 10 milligrams to 5 milligrams, when prescribed as a split 10 milligram tablet.

Timeline

Start

2007-07

Primary completion

2008-09

Completion

2008-09

Publications

• Results Baruch L, Agarwal S, Gupta B, Haynos A, Eng C. Effect on serum lipid levels of switching dose of ezetimibe from 10 to 5 mg. Am J Cardiol. 2009 Jun 1;103(11):1568-71. doi: 10.1016/j.amjcard.2009.01.365. Epub 2009 Apr 22.

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