Choltran Powder for Oral Suspension

About this Medicine

Choltran Powder for Oral Suspension is used to lower cholesterol and to reduce the risk of heart disease. Cholesterol is a fatty substance that builds up in your blood vessels and causes narrowing, which may lead to a heart attack or stroke. Choltran Powder for Oral Suspension may also be used to treat itching seen in certain types of liver disease and to relieve some types of diarrhea. This medicine may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. It may be taken with a meal or on an empty stomach. You can take it at any time of day but try to take it at the same time each day. Most people with high cholesterol do not feel ill, but if you stop taking this medicine, your condition could get worse. This may lead to your cholesterol levels creeping up again and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke.It is important to have your cholesterol levels checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of a treatment program which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake, and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to avoid foods that are high in fat.The most common side effect of this medicine is constipation. However, some patients may also experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, bloating, or indigestion. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you are suffering from any liver or kidney disease. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult the doctor before taking this medicine.

How it Works

Choltran Powder for Oral Suspension is a bile acid binding agent. It removes bile acids from the body. The liver then produce more bile acids using cholesterol, as a result, the levels of cholesterol in the body is lowered.

Key Facts

Chemical Class :: Anion exchange resin|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: CARDIAC|Action Class :: Bile Acid Sequestrants (BASs)

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