Policosanol 20 mg
by Source Naturals · Tablet or Pill
Supplement facts from the label of Policosanol 20 mg by Source Naturals: Policosanol 20 mg.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Per serving | % DV | Upper limit (adults) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Policosanol (Sugar Cane) | 20 mg | — | — |
Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals. Compared only where the unit converts and the limit applies to the form on the label.
On the label
For: Adult (18 - 50 Years) · Women (not pregnant or lactating)
Claim types: All Other · Structure/Function
Formulation re: Other: From sugar cane
Formulation re: Other: Supports cardiovascular health
Formula re: Contains: Policosanol 20 mg
Formula re: Contains: Source Naturals POLCOSANOL, part of the Cholesterol Rescue family of products, is a blend of compounds isolated from natural plant waxes. Policosanol contains several long chain fatty alcohols, including octacosanol, hexacosanol and triacontanol. Animal and in vitro research has shown that these compounds may support the cardiovascular system and inhibit lipid peroxidation as well as support macro
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions: Suggested Use: 1 tablet daily in the evening. Source Naturals recommends that a minimum of 30 mg of CoQ10 be taken per tablet of policosanol. Some research suggests that CoQ10 levels in the body may be lowered by compounds that work on the same metabolic pathways as policosanol.
This page repeats what the label says and the official upper limits for healthy adults. It is not medical advice: ask a doctor, pharmacist or registered dietitian about your own intake, especially if you are pregnant, take medicines or have a health condition.
Label data: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Dietary Supplement Label Database (dsld.od.nih.gov), public domain. Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals (values from the Institute of Medicine, Food and Nutrition Board).