Questran Light (Oral)
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questran 3x a day along with loperamide 12 2mg a day
have 87 year mom who had a cholestomy. she has several watery stools a day, where it leaks out of the bag causing a mess. she has been on this questran for about 9 days and i don't see much difference from when she wasn't on it. the dr.put her on this...
by rosann kennedy in rochester ny, 01/07/2011
Questran Light (Oral) Drug and Prescription Information
Questran Light (Oral)
Questran Light (Oral) Medication Classification
CHOLESTYRAMINE (By mouth)
Questran Light (Oral) Brandname
Questran Light, Questran, Prevalite
Questran Light (Oral) is used for the Treatment
Cholestyramine (koe-less-TEER-a-meen) Lowers high cholesterol levels. Also treats severe itching caused by liver disease.
When To Not Use Questran Light (Oral)
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to cholestyramine.
How Should You Use Questran Light (Oral)
Powder for Suspension, Packet
- Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to use and how often. Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to.
- Take this medicine just before eating or with meals.
- You should not use the powder in dry form. Mix in 4 to 6 ounces of water, fruit juice, or milk until completely dissolved. Drink this mixture right away. Rinse the glass with more liquid and drink that too, so you get all of the medicine.
- You may also mix the powder medicine in thin soup, with soft fruits such as fruit cocktail or crushed pineapple, or with milk in breakfast cereal.
- Drink several glasses of liquids each day while using this medicine. If a dose is missed:
- Take the missed dose as soon as possible.
- Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next regular dose.
- You should not use two doses at the same time.
Proper Questran Light (Oral) Storage
Store Questran Light (Oral) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep Questran Light (Oral) and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using Questran Light (Oral)
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using Coumadin®.
- Cholestyramine may change the way many other medicines work. Take other medicines 1 hour before or 4 to 6 hours after you take cholestyramine.
- Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you need help deciding the best time to take your medicines.
Questran Light (Oral) Warnings
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have thyroid problems, diabetes, gallbladder disease, stomach problems, heart disease, kidney disease, or liver disease.
- Questran Light® contains aspartame (Nutrasweet®). If you have phenylketonuria you should avoid using this product.
- Before you stop using this medicine, talk with your doctor.
- This medicine is used with diet, exercise, and weight loss in overweight patients to control high cholesterol levels. To lower and keep your cholesterol normal, all of these are important.
Questran Light (Oral) Side Effects
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Rash or hives
- Wheezing or trouble breathing.
- Unusual bleeding such as nosebleeds or bleeding gums
- Severe stomach pain If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Constipation
- Upset stomach
- Heartburn, gas or bloating
