Cholestyramine Coupons & Prices

Cholestyramine FAQs

How much does Cholestyramine cost without insurance?

The price of Cholestyramine without insurance is roughly $211.28 for 1, 60 packet box. If you do not have health insurance, you can use a savings coupon to reduce the retail price of the drug. A free SingleCare savings card can reduce the total to $50.16 for 1, 60 packet box at any local participating pharmacy.

How much does Cholestyramine cost with insurance?

Check with your pharmacist to calculate your copay with insurance coverage, as costs vary by health plan. With a SingleCare Cholestyramine coupon, you could pay a discounted price of $50.16 for 1, 60 packet box for a Cholestyramine prescription. The price with SingleCare could be cheaper than the cost with insurance. To compare Cholestyramine prices, ask your pharmacist to run your discount coupon before you purchase your medicine.

Does Medicare cover Cholestyramine and how much does it cost?

Some Medicare prescription plans may help cover the cost of Cholestyramine. However, coverage for Cholestyramine will depend on the health insurance plan. Those without adequate Medicare coverage could save by using a SingleCare prescription discount card. Pay $50.16 for 1, 60 packet box of Cholestyramine at participating pharmacies.

What is the brand name of Cholestyramine?

Cholestyramine is manufactured by various pharmaceutical companies, such as Par Pharmaceutical, Sandoz, Zydus Pharmaceuticals, and others. Cholestyramine is known by the brand names Questran, Prevalite, and others.

What is Cholestyramine?

Cholestyramine is used to lower cholesterol in patients who are at risk of complications from heart disease, such as heart attack, stroke, and chronic chest pain. This drug may be prescribed for patients whose cholesterol levels are not controlled by a healthy diet alone. This drug can also be used to treat itching caused by a blockage in the bile ducts of the gallbladder. 

Cholestyramine belongs to the bile acid sequestrants drug class, and it works by binding to bile acids and preventing the absorption of bile acids in the blood. The body then converts blood cholesterol into bile acids, reducing the levels of cholesterol in the blood. 

To make sure Cholestyramine is right for you, tell your doctor if you have other medical problems, such as chronic constipation, thyroid problems, gallstones, bleeding problems, digestive problems, kidney disease, or coronary artery disease.

Taking Cholestyramine can make it harder for your body to absorb certain vitamins over time. Your doctor may recommend that you take a vitamin supplement. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you may have a greater need for vitamin supplements. Talk to your healthcare provider for further information and medical advice on using Cholestyramine. 

How effective is Cholestyramine at lowering cholesterol? 

A daily dose of 8 to 12 grams of Cholestyramine will reduce LDL cholesterol by about 12 to 18%, along with lowering the risk of coronary artery disease.

What do I do if I miss a dose of Cholestyramine? 

If you miss a dose of Cholestyramine, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take two doses at once.