Cholbam and Nesina

• Generic Name: cholic acid
• Dosage Forms: capsule
• Other Brand Names: Cholbam

Cholbam is a bile acid. Bile acids are produced naturally in the body to aid in digestion of fats and certain nutrients.

People with bile acid disorders are unable to produce Cholbam normally. This can make it harder for the body to absorb nutrients important for health, growth, and body functioning. Abnormal bile acids can also build up in the body and become toxic to the liver.

Cholbam is used in people with bile acid disorders. Cholbam works by normalizing bile acid production in the body.

Cholbam may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: alogliptin
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Nesina

Nesina (alogliptin) is an oral diabetes medicine that helps control blood sugar levels. It works by regulating the levels of insulin your body produces after eating.

Nesina is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. This medicine is not for treating type 1 diabetes.

Nesina is sometimes used in combination with other diabetes medications.