📉 CholesterolTablet
Welchol
Colesevelam
Bile acid sequestrant for high LDL cholesterol and type 2 diabetes glycemic control.
Form
Tablet
Uses
2
Side effects
3
Category
Cholesterol
01
What is Welchol used for?
- High LDL cholesterol
- Type 2 diabetes adjunct
02
Colesevelam side effects
The following side effects have been reported for Colesevelam. Their order does not indicate how often an effect occurs.
Constipation
Indigestion
Nausea
03
Colesevelam warnings & precautions
- Take with food and water
- May reduce absorption of other drugs - separate dosing by 4 hours
- Avoid in bowel obstruction
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Frequently asked questions
05
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Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the FDA openFDA database and is provided for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or pharmacist before starting or changing medication.