Policosanols

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Policosanol? Policosanols is a common misspelling of policosanol.

Policosanol is a dietary supplement typically used to treat high cholesterol. It is derived from plant waxes and is believed to lower cholesterol levels by increasing the breakdown of cholesterol in the body and decreasing cholesterol production in the liver. Even though policosanol is a "natural" product, it can still cause certain side effects, including migraines, drowsiness, upset stomach, and insomnia.

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