| What is Colestid?
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Colestid is used to help lower high levels of cholesterol in the blood. |
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| Are there any side effects associated with Colestid?
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Colestid side effects may include constipation and worsening of hemorrhoids
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If the side effects continue or are bothersome, check with
your doctor. Less common or rare Colestid side effects may include abdominal bloating or
distention/cramping/pain, aches and pains in arms and legs, angina (crushing chest pain), anxiety, arthritis, backache, belching, bleeding hemorrhoids, blood in stool, bone pain, chest pain, diarrhea, dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue, gas, headache, heartburn, hives, indigestion, insomnia, joint pain, light-headedness, loose stools, loss of appetite, migraine, muscle pain, nausea, rapid heartbeat, rash, shortness of breath, sinus headache, skin inflammation, swelling of hands or feet, vertigo,
vomiting, and weakness. |
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| How is Colestid taken?
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Follow the directions for taking Colestid provided by your doctor. Colestid granules should be mixed with liquids such
as carbonated beverages, flavored drinks, milk, orange juice, pineapple juice,
tomato juice, or water. Colestid may also be mixed with milk used on breakfast cereals,
pulpy fruit or fruit cocktail, or soups with a high liquid content. When
taking Colestid granules with beverages measure at least 3 ounces of liquid into a
glass, add the prescribed dose of Colestid to the liquid, stir until Colestid is completely mixed and then drink the mixture.
Pour a small amount of the beverage into the glass, swish it around, and drink it. This will help make sure you have taken all the medication. Swallow Colestid tablets whole, one at a time. Although they are unusually large and may be hard to swallow, do not cut, chew, or crush them. Take the tablets with plenty of water or other liquid.
If you miss a dose take the forgotten dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule.
Do not take
two doses at once. |
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| Are there any effects of taking Colestid with other medications?
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Some medicines may interact with Colestid. Inform your doctor of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking.
It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Colestid with
chlorothiazide, digitalis, folic acid and vitamins, furosemide,
gemfibrozil, hydrochlorothiazide, hydrocortisone, penicillin G, phosphate supplements,
propranolol, or tetracycline drugs. |
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| How should I store Colestid?
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Store Colestid at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from heat and light. |
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