Colestid Oral Suspension and Innohep

• Generic Name: colestipol
• Dosage Forms: tablet, granules for oral suspension
• Other Brand Names: Colestid, Colestid Flavored

Colestid is a cholesterol-lowering drug.

Colestid lowers "bad" cholesterol in the blood, which is also called LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol. Lowering your LDL cholesterol may reduce your risk of hardened arteries, which can lead to heart attacks, stroke, and circulation problems.

Lowering high cholesterol levels is an important part of preventing heart disease and arteriosclerosis (hardening of the arteries).

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

• Generic Name: tinzaparin
• Dosage Forms: injection, solution
• Other Brand Names:

Tinzaparin is used for the treatment of deep venous thrombosis, a condition in which harmful blood clots form in the blood vessels of the legs. These blood clots can travel to the lungs and can become lodged in the blood vessels of the lungs, causing a condition called pulmonary embolism. Tinzaparin is used for several days after surgery, while you are unable to walk. It is during this time that blood clots are most likely to form. Tinzaparin also may be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.