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Cholbam

Specialty Drug

Cholic Acid

Cholic acid is used to treat bile acid synthesis disorders. It is also used with other therapies to treat peroxisomal disorders. It is not a cure. Compare bile acids.

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What should I tell my doctor?TOP

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

liver disease
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding

How should I use this drug?TOP

Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Take this medicine with food. Avoid taking this medicine within 1 hour before or 4 hours after certain medicines for cholesterol or aluminum-based antacids. Do not cut, crush or chew this medicine. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Do not stop taking except on your doctor's advice.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for children as young as 3 weeks for selected condition, precautions do apply.

What if I miss a dose?TOP

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.

Where should I store this drug?TOP

Keep out of the reach of children.

Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 85 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.

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