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Effects of policosanol on older patients with hypertension and type II hypercholesterolaemia. – Cost Effective Supplements

Effects of policosanol on older patients with hypertension and type II hypercholesterolaemia.

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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12099160


Conclusion of this study

Policosanol administered long term is effective in lowering LDL-C and TC as well as increasing HDL-C levels in older patients with hypertension and type II hypercholesterolaemia without a history of CHD or cerebrovascular disease. In addition, policosanol treatment also shows benefits in the occurrence of SAEs of vascular aetiology, on the general AE profile and the reduction of BP in treated patients compared with baseline.


Supplements analyzed in this study

Cane Sugar Extract

Health conditions analyzed in this study

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Functions related to this study

Heart health


Slightly Positive
Cane Sugar Extract


Body systems related to this study


Cardiovascular System
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