Does Colesevelam Interact with Olmesartan Medoxomil And Amlodipine Besylate And Hydrochloro?
Colesevelam and Olmesartan Medoxomil And Amlodipine Besylate And Hydrochloro have a unknown drug interaction according to U.S. FDA drug labeling data. • Colesevelam hydrochloride: Consider administering olmesartan at least 4 hours before colesevelam hydrochloride dose. Use with Colesevelam Hydrochloride Concurrent administration of bile acid sequestering agent colesevelam hydrochloride reduces the systemic exposure and peak plasma concentration of olmesartan. Administration of olmesartan at least 4 hours prior to colesevelam hydrochloride decreased the drug interaction effect. Patients taking both medications should consult their healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing the dosage of either drug. This information is based on official FDA drug labeling sourced from OpenFDA and the NIH National Library of Medicine.
- Severity
- Unknown
- Olmesartan Medoxomil And Amlodipine Besylate And Hydrochloro Class
- Thiazide Diuretic
- Management
- Consult your pharmacist
- Data Source
- U.S. FDA via OpenFDA
What To Tell Your Doctor or Pharmacist
If you are taking Colesevelam and your doctor is considering prescribing Olmesartan Medoxomil And Amlodipine Besylate And Hydrochloro (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
- Never stop or change either medication without first consulting your healthcare provider