What is Questran used for?
Questran is used for the treatment of high cholesterol in the blood stream. Lowering cholesterol levels that are too high can help reduce the risk of further complications, such as heart diseases and clogged arteries (atherosclerosis). It may also be used for the treatment of diarrhea as a result of bile acid malabsorption (a condition in which your intestines cannot absorb bile acids correctly).
How does Questran work?
Questran works by binding bile acids and preventing them from being absorbed which helps to eliminate the bile acid from the body. When the body recognizes the loss of bile acid, it will begin to create more. The body creates bile acid by using cholesterol found in the blood stream, which ultimately lowers the total amount of cholesterol in the blood. Additionally, Cholestyramine reduces the activity of bile acids in the large intestine which helps to reduce diarrhea when it is caused by bile acid malabsorption.
How long does Questran take to work?
The exact amount of time it takes to work will depend on many factors, such as body weight and age. It also depends on whether you are following your doctor’s directions properly. In general, it takes the medication a few weeks to begin to work and you may not feel the effects until several weeks have passed. Take your medication exactly as prescribed to ensure you get the most benefit out of the medication.
How to take Questran?
You should take your Questran dose with a meal if your doctor hasn’t directed otherwise. It is usually taken 1-2 times per day; your doctor will let you know exactly how often and how much to take when it is prescribed to you. Questran comes as a powder that you mix with water or a non-carbonated beverage; do NOT take the powder by itself. Additionally, it may be mixed with brothy soup, crushed pineapple, or applesauce. It is typically mixed with at least 2-3 ounces of water (or whatever acceptable beverage or food you decide on). Before starting treatment, ensure you have discussed with your doctor, and fully understand, how to use this medication correctly.
Where to buy Questran?
You can purchase Questran from the comfort of your own home when you order internationally from My Drug Center. We carry the generic form of Questran (4g) in 60 and 120 packets for as low price. All you need is a valid prescription to get started.