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Red Yeast Rice

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What the Evidence Says

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Red yeast rice contains monacolin K, which is used to help lower LDL cholesterol levels. There is strong evidence supporting its efficacy in lipid management, though the evidence coverage for this specific formulation is limited. The ingredient profile is associated with a high safety score.

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Label Data

3 Capsule(s)
Serving Size
30
Servings
Non-Nutrient/Non-Botanical
Product Type
100%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

2400 mg
Market median: 1000.0mg (223 products) 11 studies (A:0, B:5)

Other Ingredients

Capsule shell Magnesium Stearate
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Directions for Use

RECOMMENDATION: Three (3) capsules each day as a dietary supplement or as otherwise directed by your healthcare professional.

Warnings & Precautions

WARNING: Avoid this product if you have kidney or liver disease. Discontinue use if any adverse reactions occur including muscle pain, weakness or rash.

Do not take this product if you are pregnant or lactating. Caution is advised for those with bleeding disorders or those taking drugs that may increase the risk of bleeding.

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

Additional Information

Store in a cool, dry area.

Sealed with an imprinted safety seal for your protection.

Rev. 4/10

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Metadata

Product Details

DSLD Entry Date2013-07-25
Product TypeNon-Nutrient/Non-Botanical
FormCapsule
BrandBiotics Research Corporation
DSLD ID22561
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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