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Policosanol is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Policosanol have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Policosanol depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Policosanol is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Policosanol is used -
Is the use of Policosanol safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Policosanol. If you are pregnant, do not take Policosanol without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Policosanol safe during breastfeeding?
Policosanol should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Policosanol on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Policosanol on kidneys.
What is the effect of Policosanol on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Policosanol on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Policosanol on the Heart?
Side effects of Policosanol on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
Policosanol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Policosanol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Policosanol habit forming or addictive?
Policosanol is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Policosanol as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Policosanol should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Policosanol in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Policosanol
It is safe to take Policosanol with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Policosanol
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Policosanol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience