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Ezetimibe classification?

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Ezetimibe classification

- Therapeutic class: Lipid-lowering agent
- Pharmacologic class: Cholesterol absorption inhibitor; selective inhibitor of the NPC1L1 transporter
- Mechanism of action: Inhibits intestinal (jejunum) absorption of cholesterol by blocking NPC1L1, reducing delivery of intestinal cholesterol to the liver and lowering LDL cholesterol (LDL-C). Often used in combination with statins.
- Formulation/PK notes: Taken orally; mainly acts as ezetimibe, which is metabolized to ezetimibe glucuronide (active) in the intestine and liver.

Optional: ATC classification
- ATC: C10AX09 (other lipid-lowering agents)

If you want, I can add a brief comparison with statins or bile acid sequestrants.



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