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    • COLESTIPOL HCL (Generic for COLESTID)

    • QTY 60
    • 1 G
    • Tablet
    • Near  77381

COLESTIPOL (koe LES ti pole) treats high cholesterol. It works by removing bile acid from your body and decreasing the amount of bad cholesterol (such as LDL) in your blood. Changes to diet and exercise are often combined with this medication.


COLESTIPOL HCL (Generic for COLESTID) Lifestyle Interactions

  • Epinephrine 1:1,000, Solution for injection

    • Interaction: Caffeine-containing Foods/Beverages
    • Severity: Moderate
    • Notes for Consumers: Limit excessive Caffeine intake (examples: coffee, teas, colas, chocolate and some herbal supplements) while taking Epinephrine and avoid medicines containing additional Caffeine whenever possible. Taking a high amount of Caffeine with Epinephrine can increase the risk of nausea, nervousness, palpitations, problems with sleep, rapid heartbeat, or other side effects.
    • Notes for Professionals: Caffeine is a CNS-stimulant and such actions are expected to be additive when coadministered with other CNS stimulants or psychostimulants.

DISCLAIMER: This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.