INTRODUCTION

Choltran Sachet is a health supplement used to lower your body’s level of cholesterol (a type of fat) which can cause heart disease. It may also help prevent some types of diarrhoea or itching. It contains cholestyramine as an active ingredient that helps lower the cholesterol levels.

Cholestyramine belongs to a group of medicines called bile acid binding resins that works in the digestive system and absorbs the cholesterol-containing bile acids, which then pass out through the body in the stools.

Take Choltran Sachet as advised by the doctor. Inform your doctor if you have bile duct being completely blocked, a family history of high cholesterol levels, or if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Choltran Sachet should not be used for children below 6 years of age.

KEY COMPOSITION

• Cholestyramine

THERAPEUTIC USES OF CHOLTRAN SACHET

Used to

• lower your body’s level of cholesterol which can cause heart disease
• prevent some types of diarrhoea or itching

SIDE EFFECTS OF CHOLTRAN SACHET

Choltran Sachet might cause constipation in some individuals. Consult your doctor if you notice any such side effects while taking it.

SAFETY ADVICE

• Always take Choltran Sachet as advised by your physician
• Mix the powder with milk, thin soups, fruit smoothies, sauces (Ex. apple sauce) or water, stir well and consume the mixture immediately
• Do not mix with too much hot or cold water
• Do not take it in its dry form as it may cause you to choke
• Do not take Choltran Sachet if you are allergic to any of its components
• Keep your alcohol intake within the recommended limits as advised by your doctor, as alcohol can increase your cholesterol level
• Ask your doctor before taking it during pregnancy or breast-feeding
• Choltran Sachet should not be used for children below 6 years of age
• Inform your doctor if you have bile duct being completely blocked, or a family history of high cholesterol levels
• Inform your doctor on all the medicines you use, including prescription, over-the-counter medications and herbal supplements

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep out of reach of children
• Store in a cool, dry place, away from light

FAQs ABOUT CHOLTRAN SACHET

Q: What are the benefits of Choltran Sachet?

A: Choltran Sachet is a health supplement containing cholestyramine, used to lower your body’s level of cholesterol (a type of fat) which can cause heart disease. It may also help stop some types of diarrhoea or itching. Consult your doctor before taking it.

Q: How do you take Choltran Sachet?

A: Always take Choltran Sachet as advised by your physician. Mix the powder with milk, thin soups, fruit smoothies, sauces (Ex. apple sauce) or water, stir well and consume the mixture immediately. Do not mix with too much hot or cold water. Do not take it in its dry form as it may cause you to choke.

Q: Can I take Choltran Sachet daily?

A: Consult your doctor before taking Choltran Sachet daily because prolonged use may cause side effects. If there is no improvement in your condition or if your symptoms worsen after taking it for several days, please contact your doctor.

Q: Can I stop taking Choltran Sachet if I feel better?

A: Continue taking Choltran Sachet until your doctor tells you to stop, unless you experience any unwanted effects, worsening of your condition or any new symptoms. Contact your doctor in such case.

Q: Can I take other medicines with Choltran Sachet?

A: It is important that other medicines are taken at a different time to your dose of Choltran Sachet. Any other medicines should be taken at least one hour before you take this medicine or 4–6 hours after you have taken it. This is because Choltran Sachet may change the effects of other medicines by stopping them from working so well. Consult your doctor for advice.

REFERENCES

1. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.10588.pdf

AUTHOR DETAILS

Written By Dr. Jeenal Rajani, Pharm.D.
Last updated on 20 Mar 2023 | 03:06 PM(IST)