Questran and Valturna

• 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

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

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

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

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

• Generic Name: aliskiren / valsartan
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Valturna

Valturna contains a combination of aliskiren and valsartan. Aliskiren is an anti-hypertensive (blood pressure lowering) medication. It works by decreasing substances in the body that narrow blood vessels and raise blood pressure. Valsartan keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow.

Valturna is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

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