Drug Class
bile acid sequestrant
Type
ingredient
Active Ingredient
colesevelam
📋Overview
Colesevelam is a medication that helps lower cholesterol levels in the blood. It works by binding to bile acids in the intestine, which leads to a decrease in cholesterol absorption. Colesevelam is commonly associated with the management of high cholesterol, particularly in individuals with elevated low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol. It may also be used in certain cases to help control blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes.
📚References
Information from MedlinePlus.gov (NIH).
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