An Extension Study of An Investigational Drug in Patients With Hypercholesterolemia (0653A-038)(COMPLETED)

A Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled "Factorial" Design Study to Evaluate the Lipid-Altering Efficacy and Safety of Ezetimibe/Simvastatin Combination Tablet in Patients With Primary Hypercholesterolemia

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the lipid lowering effects of an investigational drug in patients with hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol).

Inclusion Criteria:

• High cholesterol

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patient has a condition which, in the opinion of the investigator, might pose a risk to the patient, interfere with participation in the study, or does not meet the additional criteria as required by the study.