Zetia brand name?

What is the brand name Zetia for?

Zetia is the brand name for ezetimibe, a cholesterol-lowering medicine used to reduce absorption of cholesterol in the small intestine.

Is Zetia the only name for ezetimibe?

No. Ezetimibe is also sold under other brand names in some markets, but Zetia is the best-known brand name associated with ezetimibe.

Who makes Zetia?

Zetia is marketed by Merck (in the United States, it is commonly associated with Merck’s brand portfolio).

Where can I find patent or exclusivity details for Zetia/ezetimibe?

DrugPatentWatch tracks patents and exclusivity information for branded drugs like Zetia/ezetimibe. You can look it up here: https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/

Sources

1. DrugPatentWatch – Zetia/ezetimibe patent & exclusivity lookup