cholestyramine
Information, Symptoms, Treatments and Resources
What is cholestyramine?
Generic Name: cholestyramine
Other Brand Names:
Cholestyramine Light, Locholest, Locholest Light, Prevalite, Questran, Questran Light, Cholestyramine Light Packets, Cholestyramine Packets, Prevalite Packets, Questran Light Packets, Questran Packets
Cholestyramine helps reduce cholesterol (fatty acids) in the blood. High cholesterol is
associated with an increased risk of heart disease and atherosclerosis (clogged arteries).
Cholestyramine is used to lower high levels of cholesterol in the blood, especially
low-density lipoprotein (LDL) ("bad" cholesterol).
Cholestyramine powder is also used to treat itching caused by a blockage in the bile ducts
of the gallbladder.
Cholestyramine may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Posts on cholestyramine (261)
Has anyone become pregnant while taking cholestyramine? I f yes, any side effects to fetus...
I am a 36 yr old that had my Gallbladder removed 1 week after my daughter was born C-sec. I...
I had my gallbladder removed laparoscopically 6 weeks ago....I have two incisions that are ...
I am 3 months into therapy with PEG-Intron and Rebutol (combination therapy for Hepatitis C...
I have read anecdotal accounts of individuals deriving benefit from GERD symptoms by use of...
I have been diagnosed with Microscopic Colitis. Particularly Lymphocytic colitis with some...
I have to take Prevalite (Cholestyramine) which comes in little packets of powder. I am sup...
I have to take Prevalite (Cholestyramine) which comes in little packets of powder. I am sup...
WHY IS CDIFF HARD TO ERADICATE. I READ THAT PEOPLE EXPERIENCE CONTINUAL RELAPSES. DOES THIS...
