Zetia and Weight Gain

Weight gain is not a known side effect of Zetia. However, there are a number of things you can do if you are taking Zetia and weight gain does occur. Among other things, you can limit your alcohol intake; participate in regular physical activity for at least 30 minutes a day on most days of the week; and eat a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, grains, lean meats, and fish. You should also talk with your healthcare provider if you notice weight gain while on Zetia. He or she may have other suggestions to help with the weight gain, or may even recommend switching to a different cholesterol drug.

 

Zetia and Weight Gain: An Overview

There are several known side effects with Zetia® (ezetimibe). Weight gain does not happen to be one of them. In fact, in previous clinical studies (in which side effects are always documented), none of the participants reported weight gain.
 

Zetia and Weight Gain: Suggestions

If you are noticing weight gain with Zetia, there are some things that you can do.
 Some suggestions include:
 
o Lots of fruits, vegetables, grains, and fat-free or low-fat milk and milk products
o Lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs, and nuts
o Limiting foods with saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol, sodium (salt), and added sugars.
  • Participating in regular physical activity for at least 30 minutes a day on most days of the week
     
  • Limiting your intake of alcohol.
     
(Click BMI Calculator to see if your weight is within a healthy range.)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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