Zetia (generic: ezetimibe) is a prescription medication used to treat high cholesterol when diet and exercise alone are not enough. Zetia belongs to a group of drugs called cholesterol absorption inhibitors which block absorption of cholesterol from food in the digestive tract.

This medication comes in tablet form and is taken once daily, with or without food.

Common side effects of Zetia include upper airway infection, diarrhea, and joint pains.