Choltran Powder For Oral Suspension 5 gm

Question 1

How does Choltran Powder For Oral Suspension 5 gm work?

Accepted Answer

Choltran Powder For Oral Suspension 5 gm contains Cholestyramine that binds to bile acids (help in the digestion of fats consumed in the diet) in the intestine and removes them from the body. This makes the liver to produce more bile acids from the cholesterol in the blood and decreases cholesterol levels. Also, Choltran Powder For Oral Suspension 5 gm reduces the risk of stroke or heart attack by reducing the excess cholesterol deposition in the major blood vessels of brain and heart.

Question 2

Can I take Choltran Powder For Oral Suspension 5 gm with levothyroxine?

Accepted Answer

You are not recommended to take Choltran Powder For Oral Suspension 5 gm with levothyroxine at the same time as it may reduce the absorption of levothyroxine and decrease its effectiveness. Therefore, you are recommended to take levothyroxine after 4 hours of taking Choltran Powder For Oral Suspension 5 gm. However, please consult a doctor before taking Choltran Powder For Oral Suspension 5 gm with any other medicines.

Question 3

Is Choltran Powder For Oral Suspension 5 gm used to treat diarrhoea?

Accepted Answer

Choltran Powder For Oral Suspension 5 gm may be used to treat certain types of diarrhoea such as bile acid diarrhoea in which excess bile acids spill into the large intestine and trigger watery and loose stools. However, please consult a doctor before taking Choltran Powder For Oral Suspension 5 gm.

Question 4

Why did my doctor recommend vitamin supplements with Choltran Powder For Oral Suspension 5 gm?

Accepted Answer

Choltran Powder For Oral Suspension 5 gm decreases the absorption of certain vitamins such as fat-soluble vitamins (A, D and K) by the body especially when taken in high doses or for long period. Therefore, your doctor may recommend you to take vitamin supplements with Choltran Powder For Oral Suspension 5 gm.

Question 5

Can I stop taking Choltran Powder For Oral Suspension 5 gm on my own?

Accepted Answer

You are not recommended to stop taking Choltran Powder For Oral Suspension 5 gm without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition and increase the risk of heart attack and stroke. Therefore, take Choltran Powder For Oral Suspension 5 gm for as long as your doctor has recommended it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Choltran Powder For Oral Suspension 5 gm, please consult your doctor so that the dose may be gradually reduced.

Question 6

Does Choltran Powder For Oral Suspension 5 gm cause constipation?

Accepted Answer

Choltran Powder For Oral Suspension 5 gm may cause constipation as a common adverse effect. You are advised to drink plenty of fluids while taking Choltran Powder For Oral Suspension 5 gm to prevent constipation. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.

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