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Policosanol
INFORMATION ABOUT POLICOSANOL
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
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common
Abnormal urination during the day, Dizziness, Fatigue, Increased appetite, Nosebleeds, Bleeding gums, Upset stomach
CONTENT DETAILS
Written By
Dr. Anuj Saini
MMST, MBBS
Reviewed By
Dr. Rajeev Sharma
MBA, MBBS
Last updated
08 Nov 2024 | 06:31 AM (UTC)
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Medicine brands for Policosanol
Cosanol
₹42 to ₹42
Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd
1 variant(s)
Allchol
₹60 to ₹60
Lactonova Nutripharm Pvt Ltd
1 variant(s)
Octolip
₹45 to ₹45
Medreich Lifecare Ltd
1 variant(s)
Purethentic Naturals
₹9154 to ₹9154
Purethentic Naturals
1 variant(s)
Heartfelt
₹44 to ₹177
Panacea Biotec Pharma Ltd
3 variant(s)
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.