Cholestyramine: View Uses, Side Effects and Medicines

Cholestyramine

INFORMATION ABOUT CHOLESTYRAMINE

Cholestyramine Uses

Cholestyramine is used in the treatment of high cholesterol.

How Cholestyramine works

Cholestyramine is a bile acid binding agent. It removes bile acids from the body. The liver then produce more bile acids using cholesterol, as a result, the levels of cholesterol in the body is lowered.

Common side effects of Cholestyramine

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common

Constipation

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29 Oct 2024 | 10:26 AM (UTC)

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Medicine brands for Cholestyramine

Medi-Globe Corporation

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Expert advice for Cholestyramine

Always take it with food and a full glass of water.
It may interfere with the absorption of vitamins such as A, D and K. Take supplements of these vitamins as suggested by your doctor.
It can delay or decrease the absorption of certain medicines. Any other medicine should be taken 1 hour before or 4 hours after taking Cholestyramine.
Cholestyramine helps lower high blood cholesterol levels.
Take it along with regular exercise and low-fat diet.
Always take it with food and a full glass of water.
It may cause constipation. Drink plenty of water and eat more high-fibre foods. Inform your doctor if it becomes severe or does not go away.
It may interfere with the absorption of vitamins such as A, D and K. Take supplements of these vitamins as suggested by your doctor.
It can delay or decrease the absorption of certain medicines. Any other medicine should be taken 1 hour before or 4 hours after taking Cholestyramine.