Colesevelam 3.75g Pak For Oral Susp: Experience & Side Effects Discussion
Has anyone used Colesevelam 3.75g Pak For Oral Susp to lower their 'bad' cholesterol (LDL-C) or manage type 2 diabetes? I've been prescribed it, and I'm curious about others' experiences. How effective has it been for you? Did you have any side effects, and if so, how did you deal with them? I'm particularly interested in hearing about any unusual or severe side effects, as the list provided in the packet seems a bit alarming. How much did it cost you? And overall, what's your impression of this medication? Thanks for sharing your experiences!
Okay, but how much does this stuff cost? My insurance barely covers it, and I'm wondering if it's worth it.
I've been on Colesevelam for a few months now, and it's definitely helped lower my LDL. I didn't experience any severe side effects, but I did have some mild constipation and heartburn. Taking it with plenty of water helped a bit, but I still had to deal with it for the first month.
I've had a positive experience: My doctor prescribed Colesevelam to help manage my type 2 diabetes, and it's worked better than I expected. My blood sugar levels have stabilized, and I haven’t had any major side effects. I did have some nose and throat irritation at first, but it went away after a few days. I’m glad I stuck with it!
I had a terrible experience with this. I had severe stomach pain and back pain that sent me to the ER. Turns out I had pancreatitis. Huge mistake to stop taking it suddenly. Speak to your doctor before you stop taking it. I was so sick and regret not taking it more seriously.
Honestly, I think this drug is overhyped. I didn't see any significant changes in my cholesterol levels, and the side effects were a pain to deal with. I ended up switching to a different medication.
It might be a bit early to judge, but this thread is great for people to share their experiences. It's always helpful to know what others have gone through and how they've managed their side effects.
Has anyone tried mixing this with other medications to see if they work better together? I’m curious if I could add something else to my routine to reduce the side effects.
What was your doctor's reasoning for prescribing you Colesevelam? Were you able to try any lifestyle changes before starting this medication? If so, did you find them helpful?