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Policosanol

Written By Dr. Anuj SainiReviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma
Last updated 08 Nov 2024 | 06:31 AM (UTC)

Policosanol Uses

Policosanol is used in the treatment of high cholesterol.

How Policosanol works

Policosanol belongs to the class of drugs called lipid modifying agents. It acts by decreasing the cholesterol production in liver thereby reducing the bad cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein or LDL) level in the blood.

Common side effects of Policosanol

Abnormal urination during the day, Dizziness, Fatigue, Increased appetite, Nosebleeds, Bleeding gums, Upset stomach
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Medicine brands for Policosanol

Cosanol
Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹42 to ₹42
1 variant(s)
Cosanol
Allchol
Lactonova Nutripharm Pvt Ltd
₹60 to ₹60
1 variant(s)
Allchol
Octolip
Medreich Lifecare Ltd
₹45 to ₹45
1 variant(s)
Octolip
Heartfelt
Panacea Biotec Pharma Ltd
₹44 to ₹177
3 variant(s)
Heartfelt
Purethentic Naturals
Purethentic Naturals
₹9154 to ₹9154
1 variant(s)
Purethentic Naturals

Expert advice for Policosanol

  • Take it as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
  • Take it with or without food. 
  • Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor lipid levels, kidney function, and lung function while you are taking this medicine.
  • Inform your doctor if you notice muscle pain or muscle weakness while you are taking this medicine.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. 
  • Take it as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
  • Take it with or without food. 
  • Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor lipid levels, kidney function, and lung function while you are taking this medicine.
  • Inform your doctor if you notice muscle pain or muscle weakness while you are taking this medicine.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. 
  • Do not stop taking Policosanol suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Frequently asked questions for Policosanol

Policosanol is safe and effective if used at prescribed dose and duration as recommended by doctor.
Policosanol can modify blood coagulation and blood viscosity.
Policosanol is not a sterol but a mixture of complex alcohol like chemicals present in plant products.
Yes, Policosanol can reduce triglyceride levels in blood.