Policosanol Interactions Explained
The following sections explain in detail the potentially negative interactions that can occur when
policosanol is combined with any of the drugs listed above.
Aspirin
Theoretically, taking aspirin with policosanol may increase the risk of bleeding. Do not take aspirin and policosanol together without your healthcare provider's approval and supervision.
Clopidogrel (Plavix)
Clopidogrel may interact with policosanol, possibly increasing your risk of bleeding. Check with your healthcare provider before taking these medications together.
Heparin and Heparin-Like Products
Theoretically, taking heparin with policosanol may increase the risk of bleeding. Check with your healthcare provider before taking these drugs together. If you know in advance that you will need to take heparin, such as for a surgery, it may be a good idea to temporarily stop taking policosanol.
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDS)
Theoretically, taking an
NSAID with policosanol may increase the risk of bleeding. If you take an NSAID regularly, you may want to check with your healthcare provider before taking policosanol.
Warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven)
Warfarin may interact with policosanol, possibly increasing your risk of bleeding. Check with your healthcare provider before taking these medications together.
Final Thoughts on Policosanol Drug Interactions
It is possible that not every drug interaction was discussed in this article. Therefore, you should talk with your pharmacist or healthcare provider about the policosanol drug interactions that may apply to you.
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