Colestipol HCL Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Constipation

INFREQUENT side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • Low Vitamin K Levels

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Low Amount Of Vitamin A In The Body
  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness
  • Gas
  • Heartburn
  • Indigestion
  • Loose Stools
  • Low Vitamin D Levels
  • Nausea
  • Stomach Cramps
  • Vomiting

RARE side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • Abnormal Absorption Of Food Nutrients In The Gastrointestinal Tract
  • Abnormal Liver Function Tests
  • An Ulcer From Too Much Stomach Acid
  • Bleeding Of The Stomach Or Intestines
  • Bowel Movements Containing Much Fat
  • Gallstones
  • Inflammation Of The Gallbladder

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Migraine Headache
  • A Skin Rash
  • Angina, A Type Of Chest Pain
  • Arthritis
  • Backache
  • Chest Pain
  • Decreased Appetite
  • Difficulty Sleeping
  • Fast Heartbeat
  • Generalized Weakness
  • Headache
  • Hives
  • Joint Pain
  • Low Energy
  • Pain In The Muscles Or Bones
  • Skin Inflammation
  • Swelling Of The Feet
  • Swelling Of The Hands
  • Trouble Breathing

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