Cholestyramine For Diarrhea (Page 4) (Top voted first)

I do have high cholesterol and high triglycerides(sp?) but the Cholestyramine was prescribed for me for diarrhea and such since my gall-bladder surgery. i am confused as it is not on the instructions re: what I went to the doctor to have "fixed"? I was losing my stools 3 or 4 times per day.

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Yes, I'm in touch with my regular Dr, and a gastrointestinal Dr., who says that my symptoms are being treated, not the actual cause of long term loose bowels. About 40 years ago, I had diarrhea for over 9 months before it went away.
It just seems like I'm going through a similar situation now.
My specialist has done a wide variety of tests, and next is something called a ECRP (I think that's what it's called).
And, another colonoscopy, even though one was done just last year.
All I want, is to stabilise my intestines!
I've applied my mind to introduce a type of self hypnosis in a desperate attempt to be normal, and it's helping!

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I had gall bladder surgery like 20 or 25 years ago .my doc thinks this well help with my bile trouble of not evening able to stay out of bathroom. So is it because of the surgery in having this trouble now . I've had bus seems I was 15 I'm now 65

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It's really too bad that each of us had to suffer so much before it was discovered
That a simple drink would help us. Thanks t

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Hi, Has anyone ever taken Cholestyramine oral powder first thing in morning before having your coffee? I took my first does this evening and mixed it with cold water and it was not bad at all.
I read where you could eat half hour after.
I have so many different meds so just wondering if anyone took the powder either first thing in morning or after your coffee?

Thank you!!

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Hi, I am lucky I have not had any tireless as of yet. But,tired anyway. Ha! I just take mine with ice cold water and drink it with a straw because worried about my teeth. Of course I brush right away.
My instructions said 1 time per day but I read where sometimes they start you on lower does.
I did have gallbladder out about 20 years ago and since then had constant diahreah which is not fun. I notice at night my stomach starts gurgling and then have a movement but not like I did have.
Good luck to all.

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Taking this product, Cholestyramine Oran Suspension, does it cause tooth decay for real? I am in my 70's and that sounds really scary to lose my teeth. How can that happen?

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I have been taking Orestra Cholestyramine for seven years for bile diarrhea and it worked wonderfully. This March I switched to the light version from Singapore and I have been sick ever since. Going back to Canada in a few days to get a supply of the regular. Any ideas why Light is not working for me?

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If you take your other medicines one hour before you take chlorestryamine or four hours after you'll be fine, no interference.

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I have been taking cholestyramine for years since gall bladder surgery and do not have bad direahie but hard stools during the day! I also get slot of blote and gas and every few months severe direhie! I use 2pkgs every day in water!

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It will help I had high cholesterol and triglycerides and now have perfect numbers. Taking it since 31/2 foot of small intestine and illeum removed 3 years ago took for diahrea but what a plus . Have to take fiber pills to not have constipation

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I still do lose mine like you! Had C-Scan the whole bit! Found out can't eat dairy High fat! Don't need a lot of food to feel full! Disgusted!

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Re: Rhonda (# 40)

I had colon cancer in 2012 then gall bladder surgery leaving me with little control of my bowels have been on Imodium but just started on the cholestromine was wondering how much you take and when do you take it. I was given the packets

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Re: Jerre (# 84)

MAKE SURE YOU TAKE IT IN THE MORNING BEFORE YOU HAVE ANYTHING TO EAT OR IT WON'T WORK AS WELL. I WAIT A COUPLE HOURS BEFORE I EAT ANYTHING. I TAKE 1 PACKET BUT I KNOW SOME PEOPLE HAVE TO TAKE MORE.

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Re: GG (# 83)

Yes that's my problem very little food and I feel full and sometimes don't feel like eating because I'm still bloated! Disgusting!

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Re: Marie Ann (# 87)

The medication is a cholesterol-lowering drug but they've discovered it helps people with bile diarrhea or short bowel syndrome. Take it in the morning, wait a couple hours for best results before eating.

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Re: Sandy (# 82)

You should also eat fresh fruit to not have constipation. Also maybe you are taking too much c.powder. The dr.wanted me to take it in the morning and one packet at night.It was too much for me. So first thing I do in the morning is one packet. None at night. Eat foods that will also keep your bowels soft. You have to play around with different dosages.
I know people just give up and say it doesn't work.But they are not willing to adjust their foods or medicine.
Be honest with your self and Dr. Write everything down what you are eating.
I only eat bread for breakfast. Bread will give me constipation and my blood sugar goes up.

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Re: Diana (# 20)
Cholestyramine works better after you take it for a while-nausea will go away, usually. Controlls my IBS-D very well if I don't miss a dose. Problem in taking medication one hour before or 4 hours after Cholestyramine, but it is worth the effort. Had to up dose after first round to find the dosage amount that works. Fried items put a stress on the system. Take extra then.

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Re: Shirley (# 85)

I only have to take about 2 grams a day. 1/2 package. I cant swallow the powder when mixed with water so i put in gelatin capsules. I take 7 capsules 5 days a week. I dont take anything on the weekend or I get constipated

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Take one scoop before each main meal. Try taking it 30 mins to hr before eating.

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Thanks for all the answers. My Dr is now checking me for Celiac Disease (gluten allergy) . Also doing some tests for couple autoimmune disease. Hopefully he'll find answers. I'm also only 48, and this IBS -D has ruined my life on total disability since 2008. I don't get out of my house except a couple times a year. Hopefully these tests will finally given me some answers! Best of health to all!

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