K-vescent and Prevalite

• Generic Name: potassium bicarbonate
• Dosage Forms: tablet, effervescent
• Other Brand Names: Effervescent Potassium, K-Effervescent, K-vescent, K-vescent, K+Care ET, Klor-Con/EF, Effer-K, Quick-K

Potassium is a mineral that is found naturally in foods and is necessary for many normal functions of your body, especially the beating of your heart.

K-vescent is used to prevent or to treat a potassium deficiency (hypokalemia).

K-vescent may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: cholestyramine
• Dosage Forms: powder for oral suspension
• Other Brand Names: Cholestyramine Light, Prevalite, Questran, Questran Light, Locholest, Locholest Light, Questran Light Packets, Prevalite Packets, Questran Packets

Prevalite helps reduce cholesterol (fatty acids) in the blood. High cholesterol is associated with an increased risk of heart disease and atherosclerosis (clogged arteries).

Prevalite is used to lower high levels of cholesterol in the blood, especially low-density lipoprotein (LDL) ("bad" cholesterol).

Prevalite powder is also used to treat itching caused by a blockage in the bile ducts of the gallbladder.

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