CHOLESTYRAMINE LIGHT vs QUESTRAN LIGHT

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 23, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	CHOLESTYRAMINE LIGHT	QUESTRAN LIGHT
Rating	56/100	New
Pharmacy pays	~$20.16 /30	~$20.16 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	CHOLESTYRAMINE	CHOLESTYRAMINE
Manufacturer	Teva	Bristol-Myers
Dosage forms	Powder	Powder
Drug class	Bile Acid Sequestrant	Bile Acid Sequestrant
Boxed warning	None	None

cholestyramine light questran light

Rating

56/100

New

Pharmacy pays

~$20.16 /30

Type

Active ingredient

CHOLESTYRAMINE

Manufacturer

Teva

Bristol-Myers

Dosage forms

Powder

Drug class

Bile Acid Sequestrant

Boxed warning

None

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Cholestyramine Light or Questran Light?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $20.16 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.

What is the difference between Cholestyramine Light and Questran Light?

Both Cholestyramine Light and Questran Light share the active ingredient Cholestyramine.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.