Generic Name:

Therapeutic Class:

High Cholesterol

Availability:

Rx

Common Brands:

Form:

Oral tablet|Powder for Oral susp/PWD

COLESEVELAM (koh le SEV e lam) is used to lower cholesterol in patients who are at risk of heart disease or stroke. This medicine is only for patients whose cholesterol level is not controlled by diet. It is also used in combination with diet and exercise to help lower blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes.