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Can The Prevalite Medicine For Itching Be Mixed With Psyllium Husk?

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Posted on Thu, 19 Feb 2015
Question: I have been perscribed prevalite for itching. No gallbladder. Would like to know if I can mix it with psyllium husk. Would like to take it at bedtime which is when I take my fiber.
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Answered by Dr. Michelle Gibson James (11 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
no known interactions

Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic

Prevalite is the trade name for the medication cholestyramine and psyllium is a bulk forming laxative that is used to treat constipation.

There are no known interactions between these two agents, they can be safely used together.

I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
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Can The Prevalite Medicine For Itching Be Mixed With Psyllium Husk?

Brief Answer: no known interactions Detailed Answer: HI, thanks for using healthcare magic Prevalite is the trade name for the medication cholestyramine and psyllium is a bulk forming laxative that is used to treat constipation. There are no known interactions between these two agents, they can be safely used together. I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions