Colestipol Benefits & Uses

Colestipol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Cholestatic Liver Diseases

Colestipol 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: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Form: Tablet 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: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Form: Tablet 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: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Off label uses

Colestipol Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Colestipol is used -

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Angina Pectoris

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
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Headache
Rash
Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Urticaria

Colestipol Related Warnings

Is the use of Colestipol safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Colestipol.

Mild
Is the use of Colestipol safe during breastfeeding?

Colestipol may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Colestipol on the Kidneys?

Colestipol can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Colestipol on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Colestipol. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Colestipol on the Heart?

Colestipol can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Colestipol with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Hydrocortisone

Prednisolone

Gemfibrozil

Niacin

Colestipol Contraindications

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

Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Hypothyroidism
Kidney Disease
Cholecystitis

Frequently asked Questions about Colestipol

Is this Colestipol habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Colestipol has not been reported.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Colestipol since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Colestipol only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Colestipol for mental disorders.

No

Colestipol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Colestipol

Some foods when eaten with Colestipol can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Colestipol

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Colestipol with alcohol.

Unknown