Review the side-effects of Cholestyramine Resin as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Skin - Skin irritation and rash.
Gastrointestinal - Constipation, bloating, stomach pain, gas, stomach upset, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, heartburn and indigestion.
Blood - Bleeding tendencies related to vitamin K deficiency and folic acid deficiency.
Metabolic-Nutritional - Fat-soluble vitamin deficiencies, acidity and osteoporosis.
Prevalite, Locholest Questran.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Skin - Skin irritation and rash.
Gastrointestinal - Constipation, bloating, stomach pain, gas, stomach upset, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, heartburn and indigestion.
Blood - Bleeding tendencies related to vitamin K deficiency and folic acid deficiency.
Metabolic-Nutritional - Fat-soluble vitamin deficiencies, acidity and osteoporosis.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Cholestyramine Resin
Cholestyramine Resin(revalite) generic is a bile acid sequestrant, prescribed for high cholesterol. This medication reduces cholesterol level in the blood.Trade Names for Cholestyramine Resin
International :
Prevalite, Locholest Questran.
