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How does Cholestyramine actually help chronic diarrhea?
I had half of my large & small intestine removed,w/an ileostomy,which was reversed & reconnected to colon almost 6 mo.ago.Drs.tried many meds,but this IS beginning to help.They started me w/2 a day,gradually advancing to 3 now,then 4 later. Drs,are quite puzzeled,I'm exhausted.Also,my... read more
Cholestyramine - Alternative to cholestrymine for diahrea after removal of gall bladder?
I have been taking cholestrymine for several years after removal of my gall bladder along with metamucil. Is there an alternative such as a pill?
Cholestyramine - Is it okay to take a stool softener every day or so to counter the constipation? I?
... had a bout of diverticulitis from pain pill also. After antibiotic and liquid diet I am still having constipation. Thanks
What is the difference between Cholestyramine and Cholestyramine Light?
My new prescription provider only covers Cholestyramine Light but I have been using Cholestyramine powder for many years.
What is the best time of day to take cholestyramine powder?
Dumping symptoms are mosstly under control, but I have recurrences and dizzy spells with it.
When to take medications with interactions?
Take levothyroxine, Pantoprazole, Cholestyramine, Amitriptyline, that interact with each other. Especially Levothyroxine and Pantoprazole which I should take in morning on empty stomach at 4 hours apart and wait at 1/2 to hour to eat. What should I do?
Is the product cholestyramine powder gluten free?
I would like a list of the ingredients in Cholestyramine, orange flavor. I have various bowel problems. Will this product effect my bowels? What is the ingredient Phenylalanine?
Can Cholestyramine cause white or chalky colored stool?
I have I.B.S. and was prescribed Cholestyramine to take when it flares up. I have been having chalky almost white bowl movements. Can it be a side effect from the Cholestyramine?
Cholestyramine - does the itching in the anus and rectum ever go away with continued treatment?
I get bloating and gas pain and a very itchy anus and rectum from Questran. Will it go away with continued use?
Can I take cholestyramine at dinner instead of at breakfast?
I had my gallbladder removed December 2019. Recently was diagnosed with bile acid diarrhea and was prescribed cholestyramine to take in the morning. It has changed my life!! But I also take Synthroid for hypothyroidism in the morning. My question is, has anyone changed from AM to PM dosage and more... read more
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