Welchol and flatulence Patient Reports February 10, 2012

Welchol Side Effects Report #6025838-9
Welchol side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Dec 16, 2008. Female patient, 86 years of age, weighting 154.0 lb, was diagnosed with hyperlipidaemia and was treated with Welchol. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: arthritis , dysphagia, flatulence, foreign body trauma, joint dislocation. Welchol dosage: 3750 MG (1875 MG, BID), PER ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with PREVACID, SYNTHROID, CENTRUM SILVER. Patient recovered.

Welchol Side Effects Report #5748863-1
Welchol side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on May 12, 2008. Female patient was diagnosed with hyperlipidaemia and was treated with Welchol. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: abdominal distension, flatulence, oesophageal pain. Welchol dosage: 2500 MG, PER ORAL; 1875 MG (625 MG, TID), PER ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with PROTONIX, BONIVA. Patient recovered.

Welchol Side Effects Report #5932122-8
Welchol side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Oct 27, 2008. Male patient, 51 years of age, weighting 170.0 lb, was diagnosed with blood cholesterol increased and was treated with Welchol. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: abdominal distension, abdominal pain , constipation , flatulence, swelling. Welchol dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.