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Cosanol 10Mg Tablet

Manufacturer :  Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Policosanol
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Cosanol 10Mg Tablet

Cosanol 10Mg Tablet is a mixture of lipophilic (fat-soluble) compounds, extracted from sugar cane. It is used to lower cholesterol level in the blood. It is used for treatment of leg pain and clogged arteries. Although there is still, little evidence of its effects.

Possible side effects of Cosanol 10Mg Tablet include migraines, insomnia, dizziness, upset stomach, increase in appetite, irritability, trouble in urination, weight loss, nose and gum bleeds, skin redness, rash and itching. Stop its use and seek immediate medical attention if side effects get severe.

Consult a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding; if you have bleeding disorders; if you are about to have a surgery soon; if you are taking any blood thinning medications or any other prescription drugs.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Cosanol 10Mg Tablet

    • Increased Cholesterol Levels In Blood

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Cosanol 10Mg Tablet ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Cosanol 10Mg Tablet

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the substitutes for Cosanol 10Mg Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Cosanol 10Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication has shown to decrease low-density lipoprotein and increase high-density lipoprotein. How exactly does the drug do that is not precisely known. But experiments show that it might block hepatic cholesterol synthesis before mevalonate generation takes place.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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      Reviewed ByDr. Garima SharmaMBBS, Master in Healthcare Administration, Diploma in Occupational HealthGeneral Physician
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