Drug Class
bile acid sequestrant
Type
brand
Active Ingredient
colesevelam
📋Overview
Welchol is a medication primarily used to help manage cholesterol levels in the blood. It belongs to a class of drugs known as bile acid sequestrants, which work by binding bile acids in the digestive system. Welchol is also sometimes used to help control blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. Its main associations are with cardiovascular health and metabolic conditions.
📚References
Information from MedlinePlus.gov (NIH).
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