G.I.upset, mylagia, allergic skin reactions.

Alopecia (rare), lowers affinity to haemoglobin for oxygen.

Advanced liver disease, primary biliary cirrhosis.

Severe renal insufficiency.

Nephrotic syndrome/hypoalbumenemia.

Pregnancy and lactation.

Special precautions:

Monitor response regularly & terminate therapy if adequate response is not achieved within 3-4 mths.

Caution in children.

Concomitant oestrogen therapy. If cholestymine being combined two drugs must be seperated by atleast 2 hours.

Indication-

Hyperlipidaemias resistent to diet

Dosage-

200mg  3 times daily after food

Children not recommended

None reported

Use contraindicated. Observe caution