How Welchol Works

How Welchol is not systemically absorbed¹

Welchol binds to bile acids in the intestine without being metabolized by the liver and kidneys. Welchol does not enter the bloodstream, so you can provide add-on efficacy without systemic absorption.¹

Welchol works to reduce LDL-C and A1C without systemic absorption

The mechanism by which Welchol (colesevelam HCl) improves glucose metabolism is unknown. Evidence suggests that bile acids may function as signaling molecules in the liver and GI tract for lipid and glucose metabolism.^1,2

Please see Important Safety Information about Welchol below.

Welchol, like other bile acid sequestrants, can increase serum TG concentrations. Because of its constipating effects, Welchol is not recommended in patients with gastroparesis, other GI motility disorders, and in those who have had major GI tract surgery and who may be at risk for bowel obstruction.

Welchol may decrease the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K. Patients on vitamin supplements should take their vitamins at least 4 hours prior to Welchol. Caution should be exercised when treating patients with a susceptibility to vitamin K or fat-soluble vitamin deficiencies.

Reductions in LDL-C and A1C can be seen in as little as:

Welchol Savings for Your Patients

Based on a $0 co-pay for a 90-day supply or a $10 co-pay for a 30-day supply. Restrictions apply based on eligibility. See Terms & Conditions below.

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Based on a $0 co-pay for a 90-day supply or a $10 co-pay for a 30-day supply. Restrictions apply based on eligibility. See Terms & Conditions below.

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Indications

Welchol is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to:

reduce elevated low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) in patients with primary hyperlipidemia
reduce LDL-C levels in boys and postmenarchal girls, 10 to 17 years of age, with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HeFH)
improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus

Limitations of Use

Welchol should not be used for the treatment of type 1 diabetes or for the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis
The effect of Welchol on cardiovascular morbidity and mortality has not been determined.
Welchol has not been studied in type 2 diabetes in combination with a dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitor
Welchol has not been studied in Fredrickson Type I, III, IV, and V dyslipidemias
Welchol has not been studied in children younger than 10 years of age or in premenarchal girls

Savings Card Offer: Eligibility Criteria and Terms & Conditions

To the Patient: You must present this card to the pharmacist along with your WELCHOL^® (colesevelam HCl) prescription to participate in the program. For patients with commercial insurance, savings per prescription of WELCHOL will apply after the following out‐of‐pocket expenses are met: $10 per prescription for a 30‐day supply of WELCHOL or $0 per prescription for a 90‐day supply of WELCHOL. Offer may not be combined with any other program offer or discount for WELCHOL. Savings for WELCHOL are subject to a maximum benefit of $150 per 30‐day prescription or $450 per 90‐day prescription. If you have questions regarding your eligibility or benefits, or wish to discontinue participation, call (877) 264‐2440
(8 AM – 8 PM ET, Monday‐Friday). When you use this card, you are certifying that you understand the program rules, regulations, and terms and conditions. You are not eligible if you are enrolled in any state or federal health care program, including, but not limited to, Medicare Part D or Medicaid, VA, DOD, or TRICARE/CHAMPUS; or where taxed, restricted, or prohibited by law; or if you do not otherwise comply with the terms of this card. Further, you agree to discontinue using the card if you enroll in any state or federal health care program during the program period. Offer valid in US and Puerto Rico only.

To the Pharmacist: When you use this card, you are certifying that the patient is not enrolled in any federal, state, or other governmental programs for this prescription.

Submit transaction to McKesson Corporation, using BIN #610524.
If primary coverage exists, input card information as secondary coverage and transmit using the COB segment of NCPDP transaction. Applicable discounts will be displayed in the transaction response.
Acceptance of this card is subject to LoyaltyScript^® program Terms and Conditions posted at www.mckesson.com/mprstnc.
Patient not eligible if enrolled in any state or federal health care program, including, but not limited to, Medicare Part D or Medicaid, VA, DOD, or TRICARE/CHAMPUS, or where taxed, restricted, or prohibited by law. Offer valid in US and Puerto Rico only.
The LoyaltyScript^® card is not valid for use with any other prescription drug discount or cash cards for WELCHOL. Claims submitted utilizing the program are subject to audit or validation.
LoyaltyScript^® is not an insurance card.

Cosette Pharmaceuticals, Inc., reserves the right to rescind, revoke, or amend this program, at any time, without notice.

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