Questran

Many people around the world suffer from diseases connected with high cholesterol levels and take special medications to bring their cholesterol back to normal. Problems with high cholesterol can lead to a heart attack or a stroke, so it is important to monitor your health and take preventive measures to avoid dangerous consequences.

One of the drugs that are used to normalize blood cholesterol levels is Questran. It is a prescription drug. Before you get a prescription, you must tell your doctor about your medical history, as well as tell about any medications, vitamins, and dietary supplements you are currently taking.

Questran can interact with some drugs and substances. During the treatment period, it is not recommended to eat foods with a high percentage of fat. Ask your doctor for a complete list of medicines and foods that may interact with Questran.

If you suffer from liver or kidney diseases, then you are not advised to use this medication. Tell your doctor if you have thyroid disease, urinary tract disease, stomach or intestinal problems.

Questran is produced together with a manual for the use of the drug. In some cases, the doctor may prescribe it for the treatment of conditions not listed in the instructions.

If during the treatment you have to take any other medications, then it is recommended to take them 5-6 hours after using Questran.

You are prohibited from taking this drug if you have a blockage in your digestive tract, or if you are allergic to any of the ingredients of this medicine. Tell your doctor if you are allergic to anything.

It is important to tell your doctor before using this medication if you experience any of the following conditions: kidney or liver problems, diabetes, and coronary heart disease. Wait at least 4-6 hours after taking Questran before taking any other medicines.

Tell to the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeed a baby. Its effect on an unborn child is not fully studied, so it should be taken with extreme caution, following the doctor's recommendations and instructions for using the medicine.

Adverse Reactions

Common Questran side effects include: rectal itching, nausea, constipation, gas and bloating, redness of the tongue.

Some side effects may include blood in the urine, abdominal pain, unusual bleeding, and prolonged constipation. If you get any of these reactions, then you should seek immediate medical attention. See the instructions or ask your doctor for a complete list of adverse reactions.

Mode of Application

The drug is usually taken 1-2 times a day at the same time. Questran powder should be mixed with water or other liquid and taken with meals as directed.

The dosage of the drug is individual and can only be set by the doctor. Occasionally, the doctor may increase or decrease the dose of the medication to achieve the best treatment results. During the treatment with Questran, it is recommended to consume a lot of fluids, which helps to prevent the development of constipation. It is forbidden to independently change the prescribed dosage or to stop the treatment, even if the patient's condition has improved. The full effect of the drug can only be achieved after completing the full therapy course.

If after using the drug you feel unwell or begin to experience symptoms that bother you, then you should immediately contact your doctor and tell him about it. Patients taking Questran usually need frequent blood tests to monitor the treatment results and control blood cholesterol levels.

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