Colestipol Suspension and Mycostatin Suspension

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

Colestipol is a cholesterol-lowering drug.

Colestipol 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).

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

• Generic Name: nystatin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Mycostatin, Bio-Statin

Nystatin belongs to the group of medicines called antifungals. The dry powder, lozenge (pastille), and liquid forms of this medicine are used to treat fungus infections in the mouth.

Nystatin is available only with your doctor's prescription.