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Red Yeast Rice Complex

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What the Evidence Says

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Red yeast rice and plant sterols have moderate evidence for supporting healthy cholesterol levels. Garlic and policosanol are also utilized for cardiovascular support, though the overall evidence coverage for this specific combination is limited. These ingredients are generally recognized as safe for use.

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Label Data

3 Capsule(s)
Serving Size
20
Servings
Other Combinations
Product Type
50%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

Market median: 1000.0mg (223 products) 11 studies (A:0, B:5)
Plant Sterols
500 mg
500 mg
Market median: 500.0mg (497 products) 135 studies (A:0, B:40)
Policosanol
20 mg

Other Ingredients

Gelatin Vegetable Magnesium Stearate Silica
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Product Information

Directions for Use

DIRECTIONS: For adults, take three (3) capsules daily with a meal. It is recommended that you also take a Coenzyme Q-10 supplement when using this product.

Warnings & Precautions

WARNING: Do not use if you are pregnant, may become pregnant or are breastfeeding because using this product may cause birth defects. If you are taking any medications, planning any medical procedure or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.

Avoid this product if you have liver disease. Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur including muscle pain or weakness, rash or gastrointestinal discomfort.

Not intended for use by persons under the age of 18. Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.

Formulation Notes

with Policosanol, Plant Sterols & Garlic

Three capsules contain 1,200 milligrams of Red Yeast Rice powder from the botanical Monascus purpureus. This formula also contains garlic, policosanol and plant sterols.

No Artificial Color, Flavor or Sweetener, No Preservatives, No Sugar, No Starch, No Milk, No Lactose, No Gluten, No Wheat, No Fish. Sodium Free.

Additional Information

Store at room temperature.

PROD. #36712 B36776 00A

Get healthy.

Red Yeast Rice has been a part of the traditional Chinese diet for centuries.

Garlic is traditionally used to support heart health, while policosanol supports healthy blood flow.*

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Product Details

UPC / SKU7 66443 36712 3
DSLD Entry Date2013-05-24
Product TypeOther Combinations
FormCapsule
DSLD ID21098
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

13
Research Sources
53
Avg Quality
5
Rct
5
Meta Analysis
2
Clinical Trial
1
Regulatory Source
B Impact of red yeast rice supplementation on lipid profile: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized-controlled trials
Meta Analysis Expert review of clinical pharmacology 2023 PubMed DOI
B Low Dose Monacolin K Combined with Coenzyme Q10, Grape Seed, and Olive Leaf Extracts Lowers LDL Cholesterol in Patients with Mild Dyslipidemia: A Multicenter, Randomized Controlled Trial
Rct Nutrients 2023 PubMed DOI
B Original Research: The Effects of Red Yeast Rice Supplementation on Cholesterol Levels in Adults
Meta Analysis The American journal of nursing 2017 PubMed DOI
B Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial to Test the Effects of a Nutraceutical Combination Monacolin K-Free on the Lipid and Inflammatory Profile of Subjects with Hypercholesterolemia
Rct Nutrients 2022 PubMed DOI
B Low dose red yeast rice with monacolin K lowers LDL cholesterol and blood pressure in Japanese with mild dyslipidemia: A multicenter, randomized trial
Rct Asia Pacific journal of clinical nutrition 2021 PubMed DOI
C Impact of Monacolin K-Containing Supplements on Lipid Profile: A Meta-Analysis of Randomised Controlled Trials
Meta Analysis Endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism 2026 PubMed DOI
C Traditional Chinese lipid-lowering agent red yeast rice results in significant LDL reduction but safety is uncertain - a systematic review and meta-analysis
Meta Analysis Atherosclerosis 2015 PubMed DOI
C Effects of a nutraceutical combination containing berberine (BRB), policosanol, and red yeast rice (RYR), on lipid profile in hypercholesterolemic patients: A meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials
Meta Analysis Clinica e investigacion en arteriosclerosis : publicacion oficial de la Sociedad Espanola de Arteriosclerosis 2016 PubMed DOI
C Can red yeast rice and olive extract improve lipid profile and cardiovascular risk in metabolic syndrome?: A double blind, placebo controlled randomized trial
Rct BMC complementary and alternative medicine 2015 PubMed DOI
C No additional cholesterol-lowering effect observed in the combined treatment of red yeast rice and Lactobacillus casei in hyperlipidemic patients: A double-blind randomized controlled clinical trial
Rct Chinese journal of integrative medicine 2017 PubMed DOI
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