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  1. Colestyramine
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    Cholestyramine Uses, Side Effects & Warnings - Drugs.com

    • Cholestyramine is used to lower high levels of cholesterol in the blood, especially low-density lipoprotein (LDL) ("bad" cholesterol). Cholestyramine is also used to treat itching caused by a blockage in … See more

    Cholestyramine Side Effects

    Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction:hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Cholestyramine may cause serio… See more

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    Before Taking This Medicine

    You should not use cholestyramine if you are allergic to it, or if you have: 1. a blockage in … See more

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    How Should I Take Cholestyramine?

    Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine ex… See more

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    What Should I Avoid While Taking Cholestyramine?

    Avoid taking other medications at the same time you take cholestyramine. Wait at least 1 hour before or 4 to 6 hours after taking cholestyramine before you take any other medications.… See more

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    What Other Drugs Will Affect Cholestyramine?

    Tell your doctor about all your current medicines. Many drugs can affect cholestyramine, especially: 1. birth control pillsor hormone replacement therapy; 2. digoxin (digi… See more

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    Cholestyramine is available as a generic drug and a brand-name drug. Brand name: Prevalite. This medication comes as a powder that you mix with a non-carbonated drink or applesauce and take by mouth.

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    Generic name: cholestyramine [ koe-le-STYE-ra-meen ] Brand names: Cholestyramine Light, Prevalite, Questran, Questran Light, Locholest, ... show all 9 brands Dosage form: oral powder for reconstitution (4 g/5 g; 4 g/5.5 g; 4 g/5.7 g; 4 g/9 g) Drug class: Bile acid sequestrants

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    Is cholestyramine a generic drug?
    Cholestyramine is available as a generic drug and a brand-name drug. Brand name: Prevalite. This medication comes as a powder that you mix with a non-carbonated drink or applesauce and take by mouth. Cholestyramine is used to treat high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia) and itching caused by partial bile obstruction.

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    What are the side effects of cholestyramine?
    Cholestyramine may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have: easy bruising, unusual bleeding. Side effects such as constipation may be more likely in older adults. Common side effects of cholestyramine may include: itching or irritation around your rectal area.

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    What is cholestyramine (Questran)?
    Cholestyramine (Questran, Questran Light) is a medication prescribed to reduce cholesterol level in the blood, relieve itching of liver disease, and to treat overdoses of dioxyin or thyroid hormone. Side effects, drug interactions, pregnancy safety information, and dosing should be reviewed prior to taking this medication.

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    What is Cholestyramine used for systemically?
    Cholestyramine systemic, brand names: Questran, Prevalite, Cholestyramine Light, Questran Light, is a drug used in the treatment of [...]

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    When was cholestyramine approved?
    Cholestyramine also binds some drugs in the intestine, preventing their absorption and hastening their elimination. Therefore, cholestyramine is useful in some situations in which there has been an overdose of drugs. The FDA approved cholestyramine in August 1973. What brand names are available for cholestyramine?

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    What is cholestyramine used for?
    Cholestyramine is also used to treat itching caused by a blockage in the bile ducts of the gallbladder. Cholestyramine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

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    Cholestyramine: Side Effects, Uses, Dosage, …

    May 22, 2023 · Cholestyramine is a prescription medication used to treat Hyperlipidemia. Cholestyramine is available under the following different brand names: Prevalite, Questran, Questran Light, LoCholest.

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    Cholestyramine (Prevalite): Uses, Side Effects, Dosage & Reviews

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    What to Know About Cholestyramine for Diarrhea

    Oct 11, 2023 · Cholestyramine is available as a generic drug and typically comes in a powder form that is mixed into beverages. It is also available as a …

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