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Drug

Cholestyramine-Sucrose

Common brand names:

Questran

Pronounced

"ko-less-TEER-uh-meen/SOO-krose"

Notes

Do not share this medication with others.

Lab and/or medical tests (such as blood cholesterol/triglyceride levels, vitamin levels) should be done while you are taking this medication. Keep all medical and lab appointments. Consult your doctor for more details.

Storage

Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. The color of the medication may sometimes vary. This is normal and will not affect how the drug works. If you have any questions about storage, ask your pharmacist. Do not store the medication in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets.

Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.

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