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Policosanol

Botanicals / Alkaloids and other botanical origin remedies
Also known as: Octacosanol

Found 8 oral uses for Policosanol

  • High cholesterol RatingRatingRatingRating

    Policosanol reduces total cholesterol and LDL (bad) cholesterol; reduces cholesterol synthesis; increases HDL (good) cholesterol. Take 10-20 mg of policosanol daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Intermittent claudication RatingRatingRatingRating

    Policosanol improves blood circulation; reduces plaque formation in blood vessels; reduces platelet aggregation; used for treatment. Take 15-20 mg of policosanol daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Stroke prevention RatingRatingRatingRating

    Policosanol is a blood thinner; reduces blood clot formation; reduces total cholesterol and LDL (bad) cholesterol; reduces cholesterol synthesis; increases HDL (good) cholesterol. Take 10-20 mg of policosanol daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Heart attack prevention RatingRatingRating

    Policosanol reduces total cholesterol and LDL (bad) cholesterol; reduces cholesterol synthesis; increases HDL (good) cholesterol; reduces triglycerides; reduces platelet aggregation; reduces plaque formation in blood vessels; reduces heart disease risk. Take 10-20 mg of policosanol daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • High triglycerides RatingRatingRating

    Policosanol reduces triglycerides. Take 10-20 mg of policosanol daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Arteriosclerosis RatingRating

    Policosanol reduces platelet aggregation; reduces plaque formation in blood vessels. Take 10-20 mg of policosanol daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Athletic performance RatingRating

    Policosanol is an ergogenic aid; improves athletic performance; increases muscle strength and endurance. Take 10-20 mg of policosanol daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Parkinson's disease RatingRating

    Policosanol alleviates symptoms. Take 10-20 mg of policosanol daily, in divided doses, for many months. If you are using levodopa, do not use policosanol.
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