When to take Colestryamine?

moomin

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Posted 3/16/2012 3:48 PM (GMT 0)

I have had severe IBS for 11 years and after a recent colonoscopy, the specialist thinks maybe I bile salt malabsorbtion so has prescribed Colestyramine. I was wondering if anyone else has taken this and when has been the best time of day to take it? I have the powder form.

Post Edited By Moderator (Ides) : 3/18/2012 3:23:11 PM (GMT-6)

Ides

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Posted 3/18/2012 9:22 PM (GMT 0)

Bile salt diarrhea is somewhat common in people tht have had their gall bladder removed. Colestryamine medications are the most commonly prescribed meds for bile salt diarrhea. I suggest you consult your pharmacist and ask about when to take it. I don't know. Perhaps others here who take it will come along with an answer. BTW, I added a subject line to your post as that might attract more readers.

Marsky

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Posted 3/18/2012 11:10 PM (GMT 0)

I tried it for a few weeks, initially it helped but then stopped working for me. From my research, you take it at bedtime, w/o food, mixed with juice. Then you drink a glass of water after drinking the powder in juice. Then you brush your teeth right away. You don't want the powder mixture to sit on your tooth enamel too long.

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