Common Questions about Colestipol (Colestid)

Does colestipol help with diarrhea?

Colestipol is not an approved treatment for diarrhea. However, it can cause constipation as a side effect.

Is colestipol the same as cholestyramine?

Colestipol (Colestid) is not the same as cholestyramine (Questran, Prevalite). However, both drugs are bile acid sequestrants. Your doctor will choose the best cholesterol-lowering drug for you based on your blood test results and other factors.

Does colestipol work immediately?

No, colestipol does not work immediately. It can take several weeks for you to get the full benefits of this medication. Continue taking colestipol even if you feel well.

What is the best time of day to take colestipol?

Colestipol is best taken before meals and at bedtime.

Does colestipol lower triglycerides?

Colestipol does not lower triglycerides (a type of fat in the blood). It may even cause an increase in triglyceride levels. Your doctor may not prescribe colestipol if you have a high triglyceride level. Colestipol does, however, lower low-density lipoprotein (LDL-C) or bad cholesterol by binding to the bile acids secreted in the gut.

What is the price of colestipol without insurance?

Without insurance, colestipol can be as high as $84.91, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $48.99 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. While generics tend to have the best savings, you can also use your BuzzRx card and coupons to purchase brand-name versions. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescription drugs—whether you have insurance or not.

What is the price of colestipol with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on colestipol—Copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for colestipol. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medicine, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.