Cosanol Information

Cosanol is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Cosanol have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Cosanol is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cosanol can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Cosanol are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cosanol is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Cosanol related warnings talks about Cosanol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other contraindications of Cosanol have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Cosanol may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cosanol is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Cosanol Benefits & Uses
Cosanol Dosage & How to Take
Cosanol Side Effects
Cosanol Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Cosanol with Other Drugs
Cosanol Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cosanol
Cosanol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cosanol Benefits & Uses

Cosanol is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

High Cholesterol ( High Cholesterol Treatment ) (Read More - Home remedies for high cholesterol)

Cosanol Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cosanol Related Warnings

Is the use of Cosanol safe for pregnant women?

Cosanol can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Cosanol safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Cosanol may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Cosanol should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Cosanol on the Kidneys?

There is no research available on the side effects of Cosanol on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Cosanol on the Liver?

Side effects of Cosanol on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown
What is the effect of Cosanol on the Heart?

Information about safety of Cosanol for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Cosanol with Other Drugs

Cosanol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Cosanol Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cosanol unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Bleeding
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Cosanol

Is this Cosanol habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Cosanol is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Cosanol since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Cosanol only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Cosanol cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Cosanol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cosanol

It is safe to take Cosanol with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cosanol

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cosanol.

Unknown