Cholestramine

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 Cholestyramine? Cholestramine is a common misspelling of cholestyramine.
 
Cholestyramine is a prescription medication that can be used in combination with diet and exercise to lower cholesterol levels. It is also approved to relieve itching caused by a partial biliary obstruction. By preventing bile acids from being reabsorbed back into the body, the drug can lower both total and LDL cholesterol. Cholestyramine comes in a powder form that must be mixed with liquids. Before using the medicine, you should let your healthcare provider know if you have hemorrhoids, stomach problems, or constipation.
 
(Click Cholestyramine to learn more about the effects of cholestyramine, how to take the medication, and what you should be aware of before starting treatment. You can also click on the various links in the box to the right to access specific topics on cholestyramine.)
 
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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