Questran and Vantin

• 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: cefpodoxime
• Dosage Forms: granule, for suspension - tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Vantin

Vantin is a cephalosporin (SEF a low spor in) antibiotic. It works by fighting bacteria in your body.

Vantin is used to treat infections caused by bacteria, including upper respiratory infections, ear infections, skin infections, and urinary tract infections.

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