Colestid
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Colestid
OVERDOSE
Overdosage of COLESTID (colestipol) Tablets has not been reported. Should overdosage occur, however, the chief potential harm would be obstruction of the gastrointestinal tract. The location of such potential obstruction, the degree of obstruction and the presence or absence of normal gut motility would determine treatment.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
COLESTID (colestipol) Tablets are contraindicated in those individuals who have shown hypersensitivity to any of their components.
Last reviewed on RxList: 4/9/2009
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.
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