Health Benefits of PolicosanolWhat are the health benefits of policosanol? Policosanol is commonly used to help lower high cholesterol, intermittent claudication and to lower high triglycerides levels. Studies show that it can reduce the stickiness of platelet in much the same way Aspirin does. This supplement has been suggested to help prevent heart disease.
Evidence of Benefits (Leaf Rating System)
What
is policosanol? It
is a mixture of waxy alcohols that is extracted from plant
sources such as sugar cane wax.
High Cholesterol Extensive
research and clinical trials done in
These are promising findings but more research needs to be done to confirm this. Two well-designed clinical research showed that taking 10 mg twice daily of policosanol improved the walking distance of those suffering from intermittent claudication by 50%. Experts believe it is due to the improved blood circulation in the legs.
What
are the side
effects of policosanol? There are few reported side effects of policosanol and it is generally well-tolerated. Some reported side effects include rash, upset stomach and dizziness.
What
interactions are
known with policosanol? When combined with Aspirin (ASA) it may increase bleeding time. Experts suggest not taking policosanol with blood thinners or Aspirin.
The typical
dosage used in clinical studies is between 5 to
10 mg twice daily. Dose as high as 80 mg daily have been used.
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