Questran (Cholestyramine)


Brand Name: Questran

Generic Name: Cholestyramine

Manufacturer/Agent: Bristol-myers


Formulation: satchet

Strength: 4mg

Pack size: 50

Trade Price: KES 6,000.00

Retail Price: @ KES 160.00


Class: Anion-exchange Resins (Gastrointestinal drugs)

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Precautions: Gastrointestinal disorders associated with hypermotility or spasticity. hypervitaminosis. hypersensitivity.

Indications/Uses: Hypercholesterolemia 4g od or bd, mixed with water or fruit juice.

Interactions: Decreases absorption of oral digoxin, warfarin, thyroid hormones, thiazides, propranolol, nsaids, phenobarbital among other drugs.

Side Effects: Consipation. nausea. gastro-intestinal discomfort. bloatedness. headache.