Cosanol 10mg Tablet
Product introduction
Cosanol 10mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat high cholesterol. This medicine helps by lowering "bad" cholesterol (LDL) levels in blood. Cholesterol is a fatty substance that builds up in your blood vessels and causes narrowing, which may lead to a heart attack or stroke.
"Cosanol 10mg Tablet is used to reduce high blood levels of certain types of fats called triglycerides"
"Cosanol 10mg Tablet is used to reduce high blood levels of certain types of fats called triglycerides"
Uses of Cosanol Tablet
Benefits of Cosanol Tablet
In High cholesterol
Cosanol 10mg Tablet effectively reduces the high cholesterol levels in your body. Lowering the amount of cholesterol reduces the chances of heart diseases and helps you remain healthier for longer. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine. Keep taking it even if you feel well.
Side effects of Cosanol Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Cosanol
- Fatigue
- Rash
- Headache
- Weight loss
- Frequent urge to urinate
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
How to use Cosanol Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cosanol 10mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Cosanol 10mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Cosanol 10mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Cosanol 10mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Cosanol 10mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Cosanol 10mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Cosanol 10mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Cosanol 10mg Tablet
₹4.5/Tablet
Octolip 10mg Tablet
Medreich Lifecare Ltd
₹4.88/tablet
8% costlier
Heartfelt 10mg Tablet
Panacea Biotec Ltd
₹6.77/tablet
50% costlier
Allchol 10mg Tablet
Lactonova Nutripharm Pvt Ltd
₹6.5/tablet
44% costlier
Heartfelt 10mg Tablet
Panacea Biotec Ltd
₹6.77/tablet
50% costlier
Quick tips
- Take it as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
- Take it with or without food.
- Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor lipid levels, kidney function, and lung function while you are taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you notice muscle pain or muscle weakness while you are taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Alcohol derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Hypolipidemics-others
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Cosanol 10mg Tablet safe and effective?
Cosanol 10mg Tablet is safe and effective if used at prescribed dose and duration as recommended by doctor.
Is Cosanol 10mg Tablet a blood thinner?
Cosanol 10mg Tablet can modify blood coagulation and blood viscosity.
Is Cosanol 10mg Tablet a plant sterol?
Cosanol 10mg Tablet is not a sterol but a mixture of complex alcohol like chemicals present in plant products.
Does Cosanol 10mg Tablet reduce triglyceride levels in blood?
Yes, Cosanol 10mg Tablet can reduce triglyceride levels in blood.
Related ayurvedic ingredients
Want to share the information?
Disclaimer:
Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Drugs.com. Policosanol. [Accessed 20 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Orchid Towers', #313, Valluvar Kottam High Road, Nungambakkam, Chennai - 600 034, Tamil Nadu, India
Country of origin: India
Lab tests offered by us
Related/Popular tests
12 people viewed this recentlyMRP
₹45
Inclusive of all taxes
10.0 tablets in 1 strip
SOLD OUT
Notify me