Drug Interactions between ezetimibe and Welchol
This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:
- ezetimibe
- Welchol (colesevelam)
Interactions between your drugs
colesevelam ezetimibe
Applies to: Welchol (colesevelam) and ezetimibe
Using colesevelam (sometimes called a "bile acid sequestrant") together with ezetimibe may decrease the effects of ezetimibe. These two medications are often used together to treat high cholesterol, but may need to be taken at different times. In general, ezetimibe should be administered at least 2 hours before or 4 hours after colesevelam. You may need additional blood work to ensure that this combination is working. Talk to your healthcare provider if you have any questions. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Drug and food interactions
No alcohol/food interactions were found. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
Therapeutic duplication warnings
No warnings were found for your selected drugs.
Therapeutic duplication warnings are only returned when drugs within the same group exceed the recommended therapeutic duplication maximum.
See also
Drug Interaction Classification
Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan. | |
No interaction information available. |
Further information
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