LDV20 Ingredients (Policosanol: Scientific Evidence for Cardiovascular Health)

Summary: Policosanol is a natural compound derived from sugar cane wax. Clinical research suggests it supports healthy blood lipid levels and cardiovascular function. LDV20 contains 20 mg policosanol per capsule — the maximum daily amount permitted in Australia under AUST L 502251.

What is Policosanol?

Policosanol is a mixture of long-chain aliphatic alcohols, primarily octacosanol, derived from sugar cane wax (sugar cane wax alcohols). It has been the subject of clinical research investigating its role in supporting healthy blood lipid levels and cardiovascular function.

The Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG) lists the policosanol ingredient in LDV20 as sugar cane wax alcohols.

Key Research Findings

The following peer-reviewed studies have examined the effects of policosanol supplementation:

1. Blood Pressure — Systematic Review & Meta-Analysis
A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials found that policosanol supplementation significantly improves blood pressure among adults.
📄 Policosanol supplementation significantly improves blood pressure among adults — PubMed 31331588
2. HDL Cholesterol Functionality
Research demonstrated that Cuban policosanol supplementation led to larger HDL particles, increased cholesterol content in larger HDL particles, and reduced triglyceride content in smaller HDL particles.
📄 Cuban policosanol improves HDL cholesterol particle functionality — PMC 10800607
3. Dyslipidemia — Meta-Analysis
A meta-analysis on sugarcane policosanol showed significant reductions in total cholesterol (TC) and LDL cholesterol compared to placebo.
📄 Efficacy and safety of sugarcane policosanol on dyslipidemia — PubMed 28730734
4. Long-Term Blood Pressure & HDL Elevation
Long-term policosanol consumption was shown to simultaneously reduce peripheral and aortic blood pressure, accompanied by elevation of HDL cholesterol.
📄 Long-term consumption of Cuban policosanol lowers central and peripheral blood pressure — PMC 5939616

How Policosanol Works in LDV20

LDV20 contains 20 mg policosanol per capsule, the maximum daily amount permitted for listed medicines in Australia. Within the LDV20 formula, policosanol works alongside three complementary ingredients — Berberine, Silymarin (Milk Thistle) and Chromium — which research suggests may support healthy lipid metabolism through different metabolic pathways.

For full product details, see the official LDV20 product page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the source of policosanol in LDV20?

Sugar cane wax alcohols, as listed on the ARTG record (AUST L 502251).

Why does LDV20 contain 20 mg policosanol?

20 mg is the maximum daily amount permitted for listed medicines in Australia. Clinical studies have primarily investigated doses ranging from 5 mg to 20 mg.

Is policosanol safe?

Policosanol has been well-tolerated in clinical trials. Always read the label and follow the directions for use.

Where can I check the official LDV20 regulatory listing?

Visit the TGA ARTG listing for AUST L 502251 for the official regulatory record.

References

  1. Gong J, et al. Policosanol supplementation significantly improves blood pressure among adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials. — PubMed 31331588
  2. Kim JH, et al. Cuban policosanol improves high-density lipoprotein cholesterol particle functionality. — PMC 10800607
  3. Guo YL, et al. Efficacy and safety of sugarcane policosanol on dyslipidemia: A meta-analysis. — PubMed 28730734
  4. Kim SJ, et al. Long-term consumption of Cuban policosanol lowers central and peripheral blood pressure. — PMC 5939616
  5. Therapeutic Goods Administration. ARTG listing — AUST L 502251. — TGA ARTG 502251

Last updated: April 2026  |  Prepared by: Pure Australia Editorial Team

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