Rx Name [CHOLESTYRAMINE, 240604]
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PMS-CHOLESTYRAMINE GRANUL (PMS/COL)
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240604
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BILE ACID SEQUESTRANTS
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An effective bile acid sequesterant for use in treating type IIa
hypercholesterolemia. The drug has also been used for diarrhea associated with Crohn's disease, and for pruritus associated with bile acid accumulation in the skin. |
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Constipation, abdominal discomfort, nausea, flatulence, vomiting, diarrhoea, heartburn, anorexia and indigestion. Deficiency of fat soluble vitamins may occur.
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Adult and children over 12 years: Recommended starting dose is 4g once or twice daily . Maintenance dose: 8-16g daily in two divided doses. Maximum recommended daily dose: 36 grams daily in 2-4 diveded doses. Pediatric 6-12 years: 4g once to 3 ti
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Since cholestyramine resin is not absorbed systemically, the drug is not expected to cause fetal harm when administered in usual dosages to pregnant women.
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