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Lopid and Welchol (Colesevelam Oral Suspension)

Determining the interaction of Lopid and Welchol (Colesevelam Oral Suspension) and the possibility of their joint administration.

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Lopid <> Welchol (Colesevelam Oral Suspension)

Relevance: 13.07.2023 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

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:

Taking the gemfibrozil and colesevelam doses too close together may interfere with the absorption of gemfibrozil and reduce its effectiveness. To prevent or minimize the interaction, gemfibrozil and colesevelam dosing should be separated by at least two hours. 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:

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Bile acid sequestrants may bind to and decrease the gastrointestinal absorption of gemfibrozil.

MANAGEMENT: Gemfibrozil and bile acid sequestrants should be taken at least 2 hours apart.

References

Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information." O 0
Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics." O 0
Forland SC, Feng Y, Cutler RE "Apparent reduced absorption of gemfibrozil when given with colestipol." J Clin Pharmacol 30 (1990): 29-32
Lozada A, Dujovne CA "Drug interactions with fibric acids." Pharmacol Ther 63 (1994): 163-76
Canadian Pharmacists Association "e-CPS. Available from: URL: http://www.pharmacists.ca/function/Subscriptions/ecps.cfm?link=eCPS_quikLink."

Lopid

Generic Name: gemfibrozil

Brand name: Lopid

Synonyms: n.a.

What is Lopid?

Welchol (Colesevelam Oral Suspension)

Generic Name: colesevelam

Brand name: Welchol, Colesevelam Hydrochloride

Synonyms: Welchol

What is Welchol (Colesevelam Oral Suspension)?

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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.

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