EPISODE · Jan 20, 2026 · 33 MIN
Ezetimibe (Cholesterol Absorption Inhibitors): Pharmacology Made Easy
from This Is Why with Dr. Busti · host Anthony Busti, MD, PharmD, MSc, FNLA, FAHA
In this lecture from This is Why, Dr. Busti will break down Ezetimibe (Zetia)—the classic cholesterol absorption inhibitor—and make the pharmacology easy, high-yield, and clinically relevant. You’ll learn how ezetimibe lowers LDL-C, where it fits in dyslipidemia/hyperlipidemia therapy, and how it’s commonly used as add-on therapy to statins.You’ll learn how to:- Mechanism of action: how the cholesterol absorption inhibitor, ezetimibe, works to lower LDL cholesterol- Clinical use: when to use ezetimibe for LDL-C lowering (including statin add-on therapy)- Key benefits & limitations: what ezetimibe does well—and what it does not do- Adverse effects & counseling pearls: what to watch for in practiceThe goal = make medical education easy and clinically relevant.👉 Access bonus materials and downloads from this episode at: https://www.thisiswhy.health/topics/ezetimibe-zetia-cholesterol-absorption-inhibitor-ldl-pharmacology👉 Get more with a free membership at https://www.thisiswhy.health/- Access free downloads from our videos - Access deep dive content from Dr. Busti- Organize content via playlists & collections- Join live Q&A- Receive member newsletters- Coupons & discounts for exam prep resources👍 If this helped you, please like, subscribe, and share it with a classmate or colleague. That will help this new channel continue producing free, high-yield medical education content.🔔 Don’t forget to turn on notifications so you don’t miss upcoming lectures in pharmacology, medical rounds, and more!#ezetimibe #cholesterolabsorptioninhibitor #zetia #ldlcholesterollowering #bustiDisclaimer:This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. It does not replace individualized evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions about a medical condition and never delay care because of educational content.
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In this lecture from This is Why, Dr. Busti will break down Ezetimibe (Zetia)—the classic cholesterol absorption inhibitor—and make the pharmacology easy, high-yield, and clinically relevant. You’ll learn how ezetimibe lowers LDL-C, where it fits in dyslipidemia/hyperlipidemia therapy, and how it’s commonly used as add-on therapy to statins. You’ll learn how to: - Mechanism of action: how the cholesterol absorption inhibitor, ezetimibe, works to lower LDL cholesterol - Clinical use: when to ...
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