Welchol® | |
Brand Name: | Welchol® |
Active Ingredient: | colesevelam hydrochloride |
Strength(s): | 375 mg capsules and 625 mg tablets |
Dosage Form(s): | Capsule and Tablet |
Company Name: | GelTex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. |
Availability: | Prescription only |
*Dated Approved by FDA: | May 26, 2000 |
*Approval by FDA does not mean that the drug is available for consumers at this time. |
What is Welchol used for? Welchol is used alone or with another drug to lower high levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) in the blood when response to diet and non-drug therapy is inadequate. Diet and exercise are very important factors to help control cholesterol. Who should not take Welchol? Do not take Welchol if you have a blockage of your intestinal tract What does my doctor or health care provider need to know? Tell your doctor or health care provider if you have:
What are some possible side effects of Welchol? (This is NOT a complete list of side effects reported with Welchol. Your health care provider can discuss with you a more complete list of side effects.)
For more detailed information about Welchol, ask your health care provider. Updated: 12/29/04ghc |