Leaflet CHOLESTAGEL 625mg film-coated tablets
- Product code:
- W51459004
- Quantity:
- 180
- Indicated for:
- dyslipidemia
- Route of administration:
- oral
- Substance:
- colesevelam (lipid-lowering agent)
- ATC
- C10AC04 — Cardiovascular system | Lipid modifying agents | Lipid modifying agents, plain | Bile acid sequestrants
Colesevelam is an anion exchange resin used to lower LDL cholesterol levels in patients with primary hypercholesterolemia. It works by binding bile acids in the intestine, reducing their reabsorption and stimulating the use of cholesterol for the synthesis of new bile acids.
The medication is taken orally, as directed by a doctor, usually two or three times daily with meals. It is important for patients to follow the treatment regimen and adopt a healthy diet to maximize the therapy's benefits.
Patients should be aware of potential side effects, such as constipation, bloating, or abdominal discomfort. It is important to inform the doctor of any unusual symptoms.
Common side effects include constipation, bloating, and abdominal discomfort. In rare cases, severe reactions such as intestinal obstruction or allergic reactions may occur. Patients should be informed of these risks before use.
The medication is taken orally, as directed by a doctor, usually two or three times daily with meals. It is important for patients to follow the treatment regimen and adopt a healthy diet to maximize the therapy's benefits.
Patients should be aware of potential side effects, such as constipation, bloating, or abdominal discomfort. It is important to inform the doctor of any unusual symptoms.
Common side effects include constipation, bloating, and abdominal discomfort. In rare cases, severe reactions such as intestinal obstruction or allergic reactions may occur. Patients should be informed of these risks before use.
General data about CHOLESTAGEL 625mg
- Substance:
- colesevelam
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-07-2013
- Product code:
- W51459004
- Concentration:
- 625mg
- Pharmaceutical form:
- film-coated tablets
- Quantity:
- 180
- Product type:
- Original
- Prescription status:
- P-6L — Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is not retained by the pharmacy and may be renewed; the prescription may be used for 6 months from the date of issue.