Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their condition. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions related to bile acid resins:

1. Should I use bile acid resins to lower my cholesterol levels?
   
   
2. Which type of bile acid resin drug is best for me?
   
   
3. Do I have any conditions that indicate I should not use bile acid resins?
   
   
4. What other drugs may help lower my cholesterol and triglyceride levels?
   
   
5. Can I take bile acid resins with other cholesterol-lowering drugs?
   
   
6. Will supplements or diet changes work instead of this medication?
   
   
7. Are there advantages to bile acid resins in comparison with other medications?
   
   
8. Will bile acid resins affect other medications I use?
   
   
9. How long will I need to be on this medication?
   
   
10. When can I expect to see a change after starting bile acid resins?
    
    
11. What diets or nutrition supplements can I use with this medication?
    
    
12. What can I take to lower the side effects from bile acid resins?