Policosanol• contains a natural substance derived from the waxy coating of the stems and leaves of sugar cane. It has been shown in numerous clinical trials to lower LDL-cholesterol (“bad”) to assist in managing normal cholesterol. As well as improving cholesterol levels, Policosanol• has an antioxidant effect on LDL-cholesterol. It also inhibits platelet aggregation, “thinning” the blood.

Features and benefits

Patented ingredient
Clinically proven
Results can be expected after 8 weeks
Small, easy-to-swallow tablet


How it works

About 25% of the cholesterol in our bodies comes from meat and dairy food in our diets. The other 75% is made in the cells of our bodies from a substance called acetylCoA.
Policosanol• decreases the activity of an enzyme that is involved in the conversion of acetylCoA to cholesterol. As a result, the production of cholesterol in the body is decreased. Policosanol• also increases the clearance of LDL-cholesterol (“bad cholesterol”) from the blood by increasing the number of cellular LDL receptors.


Dosage

Adults - It is recommended you start with Blackmores Policosanol•5 (5mg dose) once a day for eight weeks, taken with the evening meal because cholesterol production is greater at night. - 75% of people will experience a reduction. If this dosage proves inadequate, then switch to the higher dosage, convenient one-a-day Blackmores Policosanol•10 (10mg dose). 85% of people experience a reduction. A daily dosage of 10mg should not be exceeded.
Children (under 12 years) - Not recommended for children under 12 years of age.

Cautions

Not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Consult your healthcare professional before use to discuss your cholesterol status.
If you are already taking cholesterol medication see your doctor before making any changes.
Always read the label. Use only as directed.


Side Effects

In studies following 31,000 patients for 2-5 years, side effects were reported by less than 1% of subjects. Of these, the most commonly reported side effect was weight loss (0.27% of subjects).


Active Ingredients Per Tablet

Sugar cane wax alcohols 5mg

Medicine interactions

May slightly increase hypotensive (blood pressure lowering) effect of beta-blockers (blood pressure and cardiovascular drugs). Only systolic BP is affected, not diastolic BP or heart rate.


Physical description

A small, blue, round tablet.
The blue dye used to coat the tablets is an artificial colour, indigotine. We are currently developing Policosanol• with a natural colour