Ezetimibe and Simvastatin Tablets and Omnaris

• Generic Name: ezetimibe / simvastatin
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Vytorin

Ezetimibe reduces the amount of cholesterol absorbed by the body. Simvastatin is in a group of drugs called HMG CoA reductase inhibitors, or "statins."

Ezetimibe and simvastatin is a combination medicine that is used to lower blood levels of "bad" cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein, or LDL), to increase levels of "good" cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein, or HDL), and to lower triglycerides (a type of fat in the blood).

Ezetimibe and simvastatin is used together with a low-fat diet and other treatments to lower total cholesterol in adults and children who are at least 10 years old. It is not known whether ezetimibe and simvastatin reduces your risk of heart disease.

Ezetimibe and simvastatin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: ciclesonide nasal
• Dosage Forms: nasal spray
• Other Brand Names: Omnaris, Zetonna

Omnaris (ciclesonide) is a man-made steroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

Omnaris nasal spray is used to treat nasal symptoms (congestion, sneezing, runny nose) caused by seasonal allergies in adults and children as young as 6 years old. Omnaris is also used to treat nasal symptoms caused by year-round allergies in adults and children who are at least 12 years old.

Omnaris may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.