Review the side-effects of Colestipol 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.
Gastrointestinal - Abdominal pain, cramps, intestinal gas (bloating and flatulence), indigestion, heartburn, diarrhea, loose stools, nausea and vomiting.
Cardiovascular - Chest pain and fast heart rate.
Hypersensitivity - Rash, hives and skin inflammation.
Musculoskeletal - Musculoskeletal pain, aches, pains in the extremities, joint pain and backache.
Central Nervous System - Headache, sinus headache, dizziness, lightheadedness and sleeplessness.
Miscellaneous - Loss of appetite, fatigue, weakness, shortness of breath, and swelling of the hands or feet.
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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.
Gastrointestinal - Abdominal pain, cramps, intestinal gas (bloating and flatulence), indigestion, heartburn, diarrhea, loose stools, nausea and vomiting.
Cardiovascular - Chest pain and fast heart rate.
Hypersensitivity - Rash, hives and skin inflammation.
Musculoskeletal - Musculoskeletal pain, aches, pains in the extremities, joint pain and backache.
Central Nervous System - Headache, sinus headache, dizziness, lightheadedness and sleeplessness.
Miscellaneous - Loss of appetite, fatigue, weakness, shortness of breath, and swelling of the hands or feet.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Colestipol
Colestipol(Colestid) generic is a lipid-lowering agent, prescribed for high cholesterol.Trade Names for Colestipol
International :
Colestid
