Alendronate and cholecalciferol and Colestid (Colestipol Granules)
Determining the interaction of Alendronate and cholecalciferol and Colestid (Colestipol Granules) and the possibility of their joint administration.
In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.
Consumer:Using cholecalciferol together with colestipol can affect the absorption of cholecalciferol. You may need a dose adjustment or special test if you use both medications. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Professional:MONITOR: Bile acid sequestrants can decrease the oral absorption of vitamin D.
MANAGEMENT: Additional vitamin D supplements should be considered during coadministration.
- Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information." O 0
- "Product Information. Fosamax Plus D (alendronate-cholecalciferol)." Merck & Company Inc, West Point, PA.
Generic Name: alendronate / cholecalciferol
Brand name: Fosamax Plus D
Synonyms: Alendronate and Cholecalciferol
Generic Name: colestipol
Brand name: Colestid, Colestid Flavored
Synonyms: Colestid
In the course of checking the drug compatibility and interactions, data from the following reference sources was used: Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com.
- Alendronate and cholecalciferol-Colestid (Colestipol Tablets)
- Alendronate and cholecalciferol-Colestid Flavored
- Alendronate and cholecalciferol-Colestid Oral Suspension
- Alendronate and cholecalciferol-Colestipol
- Alendronate and cholecalciferol-Colestipol Granules
- Alendronate and cholecalciferol-Colestipol Hydrochloride
- Colestid (Colestipol Granules)-Alendronate Effervescent Tablets
- Colestid (Colestipol Granules)-Alendronate Oral Solution
- Colestid (Colestipol Granules)-Alendronate Sodium
- Colestid (Colestipol Granules)-Alendronate Tablets
- Colestid (Colestipol Granules)-Alesse
- Colestid (Colestipol Granules)-Alesse Oral