Choltran Powder for Oral Suspension
Manufacturer
Ajanta Pharma Ltd
Salt Composition
Cholestyramine (4gm)
Key Information
Short Description
Choltran Powder for Oral Suspension is used to lower cholesterol and to reduce the risk of heart disease.
Dosage Form
Granules
Introduction
Choltran Powder for Oral Suspension is used to lower cholesterol and to reduce the risk of heart disease. Cholesterol is a fatty substance that builds up in your blood vessels and causes narrowing, which may lead to a heart attack or stroke. It may also be used to treat itching seen in certain types of liver disease and to relieve some types of diarrhea. This medicine may be used alone or in combination with other medicines.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Empty the granules in a glass of water/milk, stir it and consume immediately. Choltran Powder for Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Constipation Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Bloating Indigestion
Alcohol Warning
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Choltran Powder for Oral Suspension. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Choltran Powder for Oral Suspension is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Choltran Powder for Oral Suspension may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Interacting Medicines
Leflunomide Raloxifene Acarbose Acenocoumarol
How it works
Choltran Powder for Oral Suspension is a bile acid binding agent. It removes bile acids from the body. The liver then produce more bile acids using cholesterol as a result the levels of cholesterol in the body is lowered.
Quick Tips
Always take it with food and a full glass of water. It may interfere with the absorption of vitamins such as A, D and K. Take supplements of these vitamins as suggested by your doctor. It can delay or decrease the absorption of certain medicines. Any other medicine should be taken 1 hour before or 4 hours after taking Choltran Powder for Oral Suspension. It may be taken with a meal or on an empty stomach. You can take it at any time of day but try to take it at the same time each day.
Frequently asked questions
Who should not take Choltran Powder for Oral Suspension?
You should not take Choltran Powder for Oral Suspension if you have a blockage in your stomach or intestines. Consult with your healthcare professional before use, as this medicine is not intended for those with specific conditions.
What happens when you stop taking Choltran Powder for Oral Suspension?
Choltran Powder for Oral Suspension helps lower high cholesterol and thus the risk of heart diseases. If you stop taking this medicine, your blood cholesterol levels may increase again. Your healthcare professional may advise you to follow a special diet and lifestyle to help prevent this from happening. Never stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.
How does Choltran Powder for Oral Suspension work to lower cholesterol levels in your body?
Choltran Powder for Oral Suspension works by binding to bile acid (fluid secreted by the liver) in your intestines. Once it attaches to the bile acid, it forms a complex and is removed from your body. As a result of this, the bile acid levels are lowered which makes your liver convert more cholesterol into bile acid in order to replace what was lost. This lowers the amount of cholesterol in your body.
Why does Choltran Powder for Oral Suspension cause constipation? How to get relief?
Constipation is a very common side effect of this medicine because of the way it works. Normally, bile acids in the intestine help control how much water is in your stool which in turn regulates your bowel movement. By binding to bile acid, this medication may remove some water in your stool, causing constipation. To get relief from constipation, increase your water intake and include fiber-rich food like green vegetables, fruits, cereals in your diet.
What exactly is cholesterol?
Cholesterol is a waxy fat, or lipid, which moves throughout your body in your blood. Your liver makes cholesterol, but you can also get it from foods. There are two types of cholesterol: HDL (high-density lipoprotein) or the good cholesterol, and LDL (low-density lipoprotein) or the bad cholesterol.
What is LDL or bad cholesterol?
LDL or low-density lipoprotein is called bad cholesterol because it causes a buildup of cholesterol in the blood. This leads to blockage in the heart and is a direct cause of heart attacks, strokes, and peripheral artery disease.
What is HDL or good cholesterol?
HDL or high-density lipoprotein is also called as good cholesterol because it carries cholesterol from your blood to your liver to be removed. This reduces the risk of heart diseases.
How can I check my cholesterol?
You can book a lipid profile test with any accredited laboratory. This test helps you monitor your total cholesterol, LDL levels, HDL levels, triglycerides, and the ratio between cholesterol and HDL. You may need to fast for a period of 10-12 hours before giving your blood sample to the laboratory. After receiving your test report, consult a doctor to help you evaluate your test results.
What is a normal cholesterol level in a blood test?
Your total cholesterol level should be 125 to 200mg/dL, LDL less than 100mg/dL and HDL more than 40mg/dL.
What will happen if I have high cholesterol?
High cholesterol can build up on the walls of your arteries. This causes narrowed blood vessels, which reduces blood flow to your heart. This can lead to a heart attack or stroke.
What are the worst foods for high cholesterol?
Some of the foods with high cholesterol are red meat like lamb, pork, packaged food, fried foods, full-fat dairy, processed meat (sausage, bacon), etc.
What lifestyle changes can help improve the effectiveness of this medicine?
Along with taking Choltran Powder for Oral Suspension, taking a low-fat diet, regular exercise, reducing body weight, and limiting alcohol consumption can help improve the effectiveness of this medicine and lower cholesterol levels.
