Bile Acid Resins

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Bile acid resins, also known as bile acid sequestrants or binders, help rid the body of cholesterol by binding to bile in the small intestine and preventing it from being absorbed into circulation.
Information About Bile Acid Sequestrants Bile acid resins, also known as bile acid sequestrants or binders, help rid the body of cholesterol by binding to bile in the small intestine and preventing it from being absorbed into circulation. If have just been prescribed, or are currently taking a bile acid sequestrant, this is your one-stop place for information. Bile Acid Sequestrants May Deplete Certain Nutrients A series of summaries that warn of possible interactions associated with bile acid sequestrants. The most commonly noted side effect is the depletion several vitamins and minerals, especially phosphorus, folate, and vitamins A and E. About Colestid® (Colestipol) Information about Colestid® (colestipol) from its manufacturer, Pfizer. Welchol® (Colesevelam) All about Welchol® (colesevelam) from its manufacturer, Sankyo Pharma. Information About Cholestyramine A website by Medline that discusses patient-friendly information about Cholestyramine oral, which is under the brand name Questran®.

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