Cholestyramine (Page 3 of 3)
OVERDOSAGE
Overdosage with Cholestyramine has been reported in a patient taking 150% of the maximum recommended daily dosage for a period of several weeks. No ill effects were reported. Should an overdosage occur, the chief potential harm would be obstruction of the gastrointestinal tract. The location of such potential obstruction, the degree of obstruction, and the presence or absence of normal gut motility would determine treatment.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
The recommended starting adult dose for all cholestyramine for oral suspension powdered products (Cholestyramine for Oral Suspension USP and Cholestyramine for Oral Suspension USP, Light) is one packet or one level scoopful once or twice a day. The recommended maintenance dose for all cholestyramine for oral suspension powdered products is 2 to 4 packets or scoopfuls daily (8-16 grams anhydrous cholestyramine resin) divided into two doses. Four grams of anhydrous cholestyramine resin is contained in each measured dose of Cholestyramine as follows:
Cholestyramine for Oral Suspension USP | 9 grams |
Cholestyramine for Oral Suspension USP, Light | 5 grams |
It is recommended that increases in dose be gradual with periodic assessment of lipid/lipoprotein levels at intervals of not less than 4 weeks. The maximum recommended daily dose is six packets or scoopfuls of cholestyramine for oral suspension (24 grams of anhydrous cholestyramine resin). The suggested time of administration is at mealtime but may be modified to avoid interference with absorption of other medications. Although the recommended dosing schedule is twice daily, cholestyramine for oral suspension may be administered in 1 to 6 doses per day.
Cholestyramine should not be taken in its dry form. Always mix Cholestyramine with water or other fluids before ingesting. See Preparation Instructions.
Concomitant Therapy
Preliminary evidence suggests that the lipid-lowering effects of Cholestyramine on total and LDL-cholesterol are enhanced when combined with a HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor, e.g., pravastatin, lovastatin, simvastatin, and fluvastatin. Additive effects on LDL-cholesterol are also seen with combined nicotinic acid/Cholestyramine therapy. See the Drug Interactions subsection of the PRECAUTIONS section for recommendations on administering concomitant therapy.
PREPARATION
The color of Cholestyramine may vary somewhat from batch to batch but this variation does not affect the performance of the product. Place the contents of one single-dose packet or one level scoopful of Cholestyramine in a glass or cup. Add an amount of water or other non-carbonated beverage of your choice depending on the product being used:
Product Formula | Amount of Water or other Non-Carbonated Liquid |
Cholestyramine for Oral Suspension USP | 2-6 ounces per dose |
Cholestyramine for Oral Suspension USP, Light | 2-6 ounces per dose |
Stir to a uniform consistency and drink.
Cholestyramine may also be mixed with highly fluid soups or pulpy fruits with a high moisture content such as applesauce or crushed pineapple.
HOW SUPPLIED
Cholestyramine for Oral Suspension USP, Light is a cream to pale yellow colored orange flavored powder available in cans containing 210 grams. The 210 g can includes a 9 cc scoop. The scoop is not interchangeable with scoops from other products.
NDC: 72162-1505-2: 210g in a CAN.
Storage
Store between 20º to 25ºC (68º to 77ºF). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Excursions permitted to 15º to 30ºC (59º to 86ºF).
Repackaged/Relabeled by:
Bryant Ranch Prepack, Inc.
Burbank, CA 91504
REFERENCES
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- 2.Brensike JF, Levy RI, Kelsey SF, et al. Effects of therapy with cholestyramine on progression of coronary arteriosclerosis: results of the NHLBI type II coronary intervention study. Circulation 1984;69:313-24.
- 3.Watts, GF, Lewis B, Brunt JNH, Lewis ES, et al. Effects on coronary artery disease of lipid-lowering diet, or diet plus cholestyramine, in the St Thomas Atherosclerosis Regression Study (STARS). Lancet 1992;339:563-69.
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Dist. by:
Par Pharmaceutical
Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977 U.S.A.
Mfg. by:
Par Formulations Private Limited,
9/215, Pudupakkam, Kelambakkam — 603 103.
Made in India
*Product of France
from Active Pharmaceutical
Ingredient made in France
Mfg. Lic. No.: TN00002121
OS466-01-74-04
Revised: 02/2022
Cholestyramine 4gm Powder For Susp, #210
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Labeler — Bryant Ranch Prepack (171714327) |
Registrant — Bryant Ranch Prepack (171714327) |
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Name | Address | ID/FEI | Operations |
Bryant Ranch Prepack | 171714327 | REPACK (72162-1505), RELABEL (72162-1505) |
Revised: 03/2024 Bryant Ranch Prepack
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