cholestyramine light

Frequently asked questions

How is Cholestyramine Light rated?

pharmaranks gives Cholestyramine Light a composite score of 2.8 out of 5, currently based on 1 weighted source (FDA regulatory recall-safety data weighted highest). See our methodology at /how-we-rate.

How much does Cholestyramine Light cost?

Nobody can tell you what you will pay — your price is set by your insurer's formulary, your deductible and the pharmacy's markup, and none of those are published. What IS published is what the pharmacy paid to acquire it: about $20.16 for 30, per the CMS NADAC survey. Treat that as the floor, not the quote — ask the pharmacist for the cash price as well as your copay, because for cheap generics the cash price often wins. Pharmacies pay less for a same-class option, Colesevelam Hydrochloride — about $8.45 on the same basis.

Is there a coupon or discount for Cholestyramine Light?

pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Cholestyramine Light. To pay less, Cholestyramine Light is already a generic — usually the lowest-cost version — so the main levers are comparing cash prices between pharmacies and using a pharmacy discount-card service. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.

Who makes Cholestyramine Light?

Cholestyramine Light is marketed by Teva. You can see Teva's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.

Is Cholestyramine Light a brand-name or generic drug?

Cholestyramine Light is a generic medication; its active ingredient is Cholestyramine. Generics contain the same active ingredient as the brand-name original and are usually lower cost.

Is Cholestyramine Light available over the counter?

No. Cholestyramine Light is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.

What forms does Cholestyramine Light come in?

Cholestyramine Light is currently marketed as powder, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.

What class of drug is Cholestyramine Light?

Cholestyramine Light is classified as bile acid sequestrant, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.

Is Cholestyramine Light FDA-registered?

Cholestyramine Light is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number ANDA074555. You can verify this on its official FDA label.

Has Cholestyramine Light been recalled by the FDA?

Cholestyramine Light has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.

Is Cholestyramine Light safe?

There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Cholestyramine Light a recall-safety score of 56/100, based on its FDA recall history (no recalls under its own FDA application) — not an efficacy or side-effect rating. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings before use, and always consult a licensed professional.