Read the side effects of Policosanol as described in the medical literature. In case of any doubt consult 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.
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