Drug interactions
Acetaminophen + Cholestyramine
Severity: Minor
Acetaminophen and Cholestyramine: minor interaction.
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Summary
Cholestyramine can reduce oral acetaminophen absorption, especially when taken together, which may delay or lessen analgesia.
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