Choltran Information

Choltran is a prescription medicine that is available as a Sachet, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High Cholesterol.

The right dosage of Choltran depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Choltran are Nausea or vomiting. Some other side effects of Choltran have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Choltran go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Choltran's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Choltran related warnings talks about Choltran's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Choltran contraindications section.

Besides this, Choltran may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Choltran is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Choltran Benefits & Uses
Choltran Dosage & How to Take
Choltran Side Effects
Choltran Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Choltran with Other Drugs
Choltran Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Choltran
Choltran Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Choltran Benefits & Uses

Choltran is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High Cholesterol (Read More - Home remedies for high cholesterol)

Choltran Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 4 g Dosage Form: Powder Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 4 g Dosage Form: Powder Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 4 g Dosage Form: Powder Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 120 mg/kg Dosage Form: Powder Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Choltran Related Warnings

Is the use of Choltran safe for pregnant women?

Choltran may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Choltran, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Choltran safe during breastfeeding?

Choltran does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Choltran on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Choltran. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Choltran on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Choltran. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Choltran on the Heart?

Choltran may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Choltran with Other Drugs

Choltran should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Amiodarone

Gemfibrozil

Tolbutamide

Warfarin

Imipramine

Choltran Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Choltran unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Dehydration
Kidney Disease
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Hypothyroidism
Constipation

Frequently asked Questions about Choltran

Is this Choltran habit forming or addictive?

Choltran is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Choltran does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Choltran only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Choltran is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Choltran Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Choltran

Taking Choltran with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Choltran

Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Choltran at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.

Mild

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cholestyramine

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 636,638

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. Davis’s Drug Guide For Nurses. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 78-79

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