[A polymeric synthetic polyallylamine derivative cross-linked with epichlorohydrin, Colesevelam Hydrochloride is a non-absorbed, water-insoluble, lipid-lowering, hydrophilic agent that binds intestinal bile acids and impedes their reabsorption. Used alone or with other medications, Colesevelam increases cholesterol metabolism and decreases its plasma concentration. (NCI04) ( NCI )]
UMLS (NCI) C0541154 - Organic Chemical
- Pharmacologic Substance