Does Cholestyramine Light Interact with Telmisartan And Hydrochlorothiazide?
CDI records a moderate classification for Cholestyramine Light and Telmisartan And Hydrochlorothiazide. The stored summary is: Cholestyramine reduces absorption of thiazides, potentially decreasing their efficacy. The mechanism involves reduced absorption of thiazide diuretics. Patients taking both medications should consult their healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing the dosage of either drug. This record was extracted from drug labeling through openFDA. NIH/NLM RxNorm is used for drug identities. The summary and severity classification are CDI's processed information, not a verbatim source quotation. Product, route, and patient circumstances matter.
- Severity
- Moderate
- Cholestyramine Light Class
- Bile Acid Sequestrant
- Telmisartan And Hydrochlorothiazide Class
- Angiotensin 2 Receptor Blocker
- Management
- Monitor for effects
- Data Source
- U.S. FDA via OpenFDA
Recorded Mechanism
Reduced absorption of thiazide diuretics
What To Tell Your Doctor or Pharmacist
If you are taking Cholestyramine Light and your doctor is considering prescribing Telmisartan And Hydrochlorothiazide (or vice versa), make sure to:
- Inform your doctor and pharmacist of all current medications, including over-the-counter drugs and supplements
- Ask whether the benefits of combining these medications outweigh the risks for your specific situation
- Ask what symptoms to watch for that would indicate the interaction is causing problems
- Ask whether any dosage adjustments are needed
- Never stop or change either medication without first consulting your healthcare provider