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Welchol (colesevelam)

Last updated on: Jan 24, 2007

Brand Name:	Welchol
Active Ingredient:	colesevelam hydrochloride
Strength(s):	375 mg capsules and 625 mg tablets
Dosage Form(s):	Capsule and Tablet
Company Name:	GelTex Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Availability:	Prescription only
*Dated Approved by FDA:	May 26, 2000
*Approval by FDA does not mean that the drug is available for consumers at this time. This information is provided by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration. For more information about this drug, click here.

What is Welchol used for?

Welchol is used alone or with another drug to lower high levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) in the blood when response to diet and non-drug therapy is inadequate. Diet and exercise are very important factors to help control cholesterol.

Who should not take Welchol?

Do not take Welchol if you have a blockage of your intestinal tract

What does my doctor or health care provider need to know?

Tell your doctor or health care provider if you have:

difficulty in swallowing, severe intestinal problems, or have had major abdominal surgery
fat soluble vitamin deficiencies
high triglyceride levels (> 300mg/dL)

What are some possible side effects of Welchol? (This is NOT a complete list of side effects reported with Welchol. Your health care provider can discuss with you a more complete list of side effects.)