Does Ezetimibe Cause Gout? Separating Fact from Combination Drug Risks
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According to clinical studies, the incidence of gout or hyperuricemia (high uric acid) is not significantly increased by ezetimibe when used alone. It is a common misconception that ezetimibe causes gout, stemming from its inclusion in combination drugs that contain an ingredient known to raise uric acid levels.
