What is Colestipol?
CATEGORY: Prescription Drugs
TYPES:Generic: ColestipolBrand:
Colestipol is a cholesterol-lowering drug. It is used as an adjunct in the management of primary hypercholesterolemia; regression of arteriolosclerosis; relief of pruritus associated with elevated levels of bile acids; and possibly to decrease plasma half-life of digoxin in cases of toxicity.
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How do members experience Colestipol?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diarrhea | 18 | 15 | |
| Irritable bowel syndrome | 6 | 3 | |
| High cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia) | 5 | 8 | |
| Bladder problems | 1 | 0 | |
| Bowel incontinence | 1 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Clotting slowed | 1 | |
| Constipation | 1 | |
| Gagging (throat spasm) | 1 | |
| Indigestion | 1 | |
| Nausea | 1 | |
| Skin tears | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 4 | |
| Moderate | 0 | |
| Mild | 3 | |
| None | 9 |
Member evaluations
mollymac
evaluated on Oct 15, 2012
- Perceived effectiveness for Other: Moderate
- Side effects: None
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