Side effect(s) of Policosanol

Last Updated on Jan 10, 2023

Review the side-effects of Policosanol as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

  Gastrointestinal: Diarrhea, nausea, constipation, stomach pain, heartburn, increased appetite

  Cardiovascular system: Abnormalities in blood pressure level

  Central Nervous System: Headache, somnolence, dizziness, sleeplessness, nervousness

  Skin: Rashes, skin irritation and pruritus

  Others: Weight loss, joint pain, increased urination, bleeding from the nose and gums, raised level of liver enzymes

Other Precautions :

• Policosanol should not be used as a first-line treatment for treating hypercholesterolemia but may be regarded as a second line agent in patients who cannot take HMG Co-A reductase inhibitors or other lipid-lowering medications.

Drug Name : Policosanol

Policosanol generic Policosanol is prescribed to decrease the amount of cholesterol in the blood by reducing the cholesterol synthesis in the liver and increasing the breakdown of bad or LDL cholesterol. It is also recommended for improving blood circulation by reducing the platelet adherence or stickiness in patients with atherosclerosis , stroke (narrowing of blood vessels causing reduced blood flow or oxygen supply) or intermittent claudication (pain in the legs due to the obstruction of arteries). It works by fighting against the bacteria in the body.