Colesevelam: What Is The Most Important Information I Should Know About Colesevelam
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What is the most important information I should know about colesevelam?
| Pronunciation: | koh le SEV e lam |
| Brand: | Welchol |
 | Do not take this medication if you are allergic to colesevelam, or if you have a bowel obstruction. |
Before taking colesevelam, tell your doctor if you have trouble swallowing, or if you have a stomach or intestinal disorder, a history of major stomach or bowel surgery, or a vitamin A, D, E, or K deficiency.
Avoid eating foods that are high in fat or cholesterol. Colesevelam will not be as effective in lowering your cholesterol if you do not follow a cholesterol-lowering diet plan.
Colesevelam is only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes diet, exercise, and weight control. Follow your diet, medication, and exercise routines very closely.
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| Last updated: | January 30, 2007 |
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