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Red yeast rice

Asked about for cholesterol

Some red yeast rice contains monacolin K, the same chemical as the medicine lovastatin. The amount varies widely between products, and some contain a kidney toxin called citrinin.

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  • Citrinin-free statement
  • Monacolin content if listed

Ask a doctor first if…

It can act like a statin — do not combine with cholesterol medicines, and ask your doctor first. Not for pregnancy.

Source: NCCIH — Red yeast rice

Red yeast rice we stock

1 in stock
Zespo
Zespo
ZESPO RED YEAST RICE
₹2,499

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General information from public sources, not medical advice; we do not give doses. Supplements are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. A pack is listed when its name says Red yeast rice — check the current label for the exact form and amount.