Colestid Side Effects

Generic name: colestipol

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jun 16, 2024.

Note: This document provides detailed information about Colestid.

Applies to colestipol: oral powder for suspension, oral tablet Side Effects associated with colestipol. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Colestid.

Applies to colestipol: oral powder for suspension, oral tablet.

Precautions

It is very important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits. This will allow your doctor to see if the medicine is working properly to lower your cholesterol levels and to decide if you should continue to take it.

Do not Stop taking colestipol (the active ingredient contained in Colestid) without first checking with your doctor. When you Stop taking colestipol, your blood cholesterol levels may increase again. Your doctor may want you to follow a special diet to help prevent this from happening.

Do not take any other medicine unless prescribed by your doctor since colestipol may interfere with other medicines.

Serious side effects of Colestid

Along with its needed effects, colestipol may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking colestipol:

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur while taking colestipol:

Other side effects of Colestid

Some side effects of colestipol may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.

Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

For healthcare professionals

Applies to colestipol: oral granule for reconstitution, oral tablet.

General adverse events

The most frequently reported side effects were gastrointestinal in nature and included constipation, abdominal pain, and abdominal discomfort.^[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

• Very common (10% or more): Constipation, abdominal pain, abdominal discomfort
• Common (1% to 10%): Hematochezia, hemorrhoid hemorrhage, abdominal distention, dyspepsia, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, flatulence
• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Belching, gastrointestinal bleeding, peptic ulcer, hemorrhoids
• Frequency not reported: Indigestion^[Ref]

Dermatologic

• Common (1% to 10%): Rash
• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Urticaria, dermatitis^[Ref]

Nervous system

• Very common (10% or more): Migraine, sinus headache, headache
• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Dizziness
• Rare (less than 0.1%): Drowsiness
• Frequency not reported: Light-headedness

Cardiovascular

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Angina pectoris, tachycardia^[Ref]

Other

• Common (1% to 10%): Fatigue
• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Chest pain, peripheral edema, asthenia
• Rare (less than 0.1%): Vertigo
• Frequency not reported: Serum phosphorus increased, serum chloride increased, serum sodium decreased, serum potassium decreased, weakness^[Ref]

Hepatic

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Cholecystitis, cholelithiasis, ALT increased, AST increased, blood alkaline phosphatase increased^[Ref]

Musculoskeletal

• Common (1% to 10%): Arthritis, arthralgia, back pain, musculoskeletal pain, pain in extremity^[Ref]

Metabolic

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Appetite decreased
• Frequency not reported: Anorexia^[Ref]

Psychiatric

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Insomnia
• Rare (less than 0.1%): Anxiety^[Ref]

Respiratory

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Dyspnea
• Frequency not reported: Shortness of breath^[Ref]

See also:

Further information

Colestid side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.

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