{"id":21515,"date":"2022-05-26T06:50:14","date_gmt":"2022-05-26T06:50:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=21515"},"modified":"2022-05-26T13:57:22","modified_gmt":"2022-05-26T13:57:22","slug":"questran-loc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/questran-loc\/","title":{"rendered":"Questran Loc &#8211; Cholestyramine uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>4 g\u00a0powder for\u00a0oral\u00a0suspension,\u00a0sachet<br>cholestyramine<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Questran Loc is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Questran Loc is used:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>to lower elevated levels of blood fats when dietary treatment has not had sufficient effect<\/li><li>in case of skin itching caused by an obstruction in the bile ducts<\/li><li>in diarrhea caused by too much bile acids in the intestine.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In the small intestine, Questran Loc binds bile acids, which are formed from\u00a0cholesterol.\u00a0In the new formation of bile acids,\u00a0cholesterol\u00a0is taken from the blood, the content of which thereby decreases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you need to know before using Questran Loc<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not use Questran Loc<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are allergic to cholestyramine or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.<\/li><li>at a complete stop in the bile ducts.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Take special care with Questran Loc<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you have\u00a0inflammatory\u00a0bowel disease<\/li><li>very long-term treatment with Questran Loc can reduce the absorption of fat-soluble\u00a0vitamins\u00a0and a lack of\u00a0vitamin\u00a0K increases the tendency to bleed.\u00a0Vitamins\u00a0A, D, and K may in some cases need to be given prophylactically.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other medicines and Questran Loc<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The effect of certain other medicines may be affected if Questran Loc is taken at the same time.&nbsp;Therefore, consult your doctor before using other medicines at the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy and breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Experience with the use of Questran Loc during pregnancy is limited.&nbsp;Therefore, always consult a doctor before using Questran Loc during pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Questran Loc does not pass into breast milk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires sharpened attention.\u00a0One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or\u00a0side effects.\u00a0Descriptions of these effects and\u00a0side effects\u00a0can be found in other sections.\u00a0Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.\u00a0If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Questran Loc contains aspartame and propylene glycol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine contains 30 mg of aspartame per&nbsp;sachet&nbsp;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aspartame is a source of phenylalanine.&nbsp;It can be harmful if you have phenylketonuria (PKU), a rare, inherited disease that leads to the accumulation of high levels of phenylalanine in your body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine contains 32.5 mg propylene glycol per\u00a0sachet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your child is younger than 4 weeks or weighs less than 4 kg, consult a doctor or pharmacist before using the medicine, especially if the child is taking other medicines containing propylene glycol or alcohol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to use Questran Loc<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always use Questran Loc exactly as your doctor has told you.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>The usual<\/em>\u00a0dose\u00a0for adults is\u00a01-2 sachets 2-3 times daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Children:&nbsp;<\/em>The dose&nbsp;is determined by the doctor, who adjusts it individually to the child&#8217;s weight or age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To avoid sluggish stomach and constipation, start with only \u00bd&nbsp;sachet&nbsp;daily for the first week and then increase the&nbsp;dose once&nbsp;a week until the prescribed&nbsp;dose&nbsp;is reached.&nbsp;Other medicines should be taken 1 hour before or 4-6 hours after Questran Loc to prevent the absorption of the medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The powder is mixed with water, juice, juice, or other beverage.\u00a0It is also possible to mix in soups or finely chopped fruit, such as.\u00a0apple puree or crushed pineapple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you use more than Questran Loc&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ingested too much medicine or if e.g.\u00a0a child ingested the medicine by mistake, contact a doctor or hospital for risk assessment and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, Questran Loc can cause\u00a0side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>The following&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;have been reported (occurring in an unknown number of users):<\/em>&nbsp;altered prothrombin levels, weight gain, weight loss, tendency to bleed, decreased protein content in the blood,&nbsp;anemia&nbsp;, lymph node disease, major bruising, headache, dizziness, fainting, drowsiness, nerve pain, tingling,&nbsp;tingling&nbsp;, with&nbsp;vitamin&nbsp;A deficiency),&nbsp;inflammation&nbsp;of the grape membrane of the eye,&nbsp;tinnitus&nbsp;, dizziness,&nbsp;asthma&nbsp;, wheezing, labored breathing, hiccups, constipation,&nbsp;inflammationin the pancreas, discomfort in the stomach, flatulence, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, gastrointestinal symptoms such as heartburn and acid reflux, fatty diarrhea,&nbsp;inflammation&nbsp;of the tongue, rectal problems, bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract, bleeding from the rectum, bleeding from the rectum bleeding from&nbsp;hemorrhoids&nbsp;, bleeding ulcers in the&nbsp;duodenum&nbsp;, difficulty swallowing, pain in the rectum, belching,&nbsp;acute&nbsp;abdominal pain,&nbsp;caries&nbsp;, bleeding in the mouth, blockage in the flow of intestines,&nbsp;inflammation&nbsp;of the colon, blood in the urine, difficulty in passing water, abnormal urine odor, increased urine output,&nbsp;redness&nbsp;, skin irritation,&nbsp;hives, osteoporosis, back pain, muscle pain, joint pain, joint inflammation,&nbsp;vitamin&nbsp;A deficiency,&nbsp;vitamin&nbsp;K deficiency,&nbsp;vitamin&nbsp;D deficiency, high levels of acids in the body, excess chlorine in the blood (in children), decreased appetite, fatigue, swelling due to fluid accumulation in&nbsp;tissue&nbsp;gallstones&nbsp;, storage of calcium in the gallbladder, bile pains, abnormal liver function values, increased sexual desire, anxiety&nbsp;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to store Questran Loc<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep out of sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton.&nbsp;The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents of the pack and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substance is cholestyramine 4 g per\u00a0sachet\u00a0.<\/li><li>The other ingredients are propylene glycol alginate, xanthan gum, aspartame, anhydrous citric acid, anhydrous\u00a0colloidal\u00a0silica, and flavoring (orange).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the medicine looks like and contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Carton of 50 sachets<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Carton of 4 x 50 sachets<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>CHEPLAPHARM Arzneimittel GmbH<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ziegelhof 24<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>17489 Greifswald<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Germany<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Manufacturer<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Farmea<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>10 rue Bouche Thomas<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ZAC d&#8217;Orgemont<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>49000 Angers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>France<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>4 g powder for oral suspension , sachet<br 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