Cholestyramine Questions

Does cholestyramine come in a pill form?

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 insides have... 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?

How do I treat Hypothyroidism?

Cholestyramine - How can my wife gain weight while on cholestyramine?

A resource I have trusted in the past provides the following information: “Gaining weight requires a schedule that balances the drug’s tendency to bind dietary fats and fat-soluble vitamins. Take cholestyramine either 1 hour before or 4–6 hours after consuming your main, calorie-rich meals.” This do... read more

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 Cholestyramine Powder high in calories since it contains sucrose?

I have diabetes. Will cholestyromine powder increase my sugar?

While taking Cholestyramine, can I continue to take Metamucil 3 times a day?

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?