Colestid
side effects, nutrient depletions, herbal interactions and health notes:
Data provided by Applied Health
• Folic acid may need to be supplemented with long term use of this medication.1
• Take medication with adequate fluids.2
• Bile acid sequestrants like Colestid may interfere with the absorption of fat soluble vitamins like A, D,E, and K. With long term use of the medication vitamins A and D especially, may need to be supplemented. Take all supplements separate from the medication to avoid drug binding.3
• Colestid may interfere with niacin absorption or decrease blood levels of niacin.4
• Take this medication 1 hour before other medications or supplements or at least 4 hours after other medications.5
• Avoid these herbs with Colestid due to possible additive effects: Artichoke plant, fenugreek, garlic and plantain.6
References1 Tonstad S, Silverstein M, Aksnes L, et al. Low dose colestipol in adolescents with familial hypercholesterolemia. Arch Dis Child, 1996;74(2):157-160.
1 Facts and Comparisons, Clinisphere 2.0, Wolters Kluwer Company, 2000
2 Facts and Comparisons, Clinisphere 2.0, Wolters Kluwer Company, 2000
3 Facts and Comparisons, Clinisphere 2.0, Wolters Kluwer Company, 2000
3 Probstfield JL, Lin T, Peters J, Hunninghake DB. Carotenoids and vitamin A: The effect of hypocholesterolemic agents on serum levels. Metabolism 1985; 34: 88-91.
3 Werbach MR. Foundations of Nutritional Medicine. Tarzana, CA: Third Line Press, 1997, 224 .
4 Facts and Comparisons, Clinisphere 2.0, Wolters Kluwer Company, 2000
5 Facts and Comparisons, Clinisphere 2.0, Wolters Kluwer Company, 2000
6 Newall CA, Anderson LA, Phillipson JD. Herbal Medicines A Guide for Health-care Professionals. London: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
6 PDR for Herbal Medicines, 2nd edition, Medical Economics Company, 2000
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The information in Drug Watch is provided as a courtesy to NewsTarget readers by Applied Health Solutions in cooperation with Healthway Solutions. Although the information is presented with scientific references, we do not wish to imply that this represents a comprehensive list of considerations about any specific drug, herb or nutrient. Nor should this information be considered a substitute for the advice of your doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare practitioner. Please read the disclaimer about the intentions and limitations of the information provided on these pages. It is important to tell your doctor and pharmacist about all other drugs and nutritional supplements that you are taking if they are recommending a new medication. Copyright © 2007 by Applied Health Solutions, Inc. All rights reserved.
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