GENERIC NAME: RED YEAST RICE (Monascus purpureus) - ORAL
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USES: Red yeast rice has been used for lowering cholesterol levels. Some herbal/diet supplement products have been found to contain possibly harmful impurities/additives. Check with your pharmacist for more details regarding the particular brand you use. The FDA has not reviewed this product for safety or effectiveness. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
HOW TO USE: Take this product by mouth as directed. Follow all directions on the product package. If you are uncertain about any of the information, consult your doctor or pharmacist. If your condition persists or worsens, or if you think you may have a serious medical problem, seek immediate medical attention.
SIDE EFFECTS: Stomach upset or nausea may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor promptly. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these very unlikely but serious side effects: weakness, muscle pain, fever, dark urine, yellowing eyes/skin. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: If you have any of the following health problems, consult your doctor before using this product: liver problems. Liquid preparations of this product may contain sugar and/or alcohol. Caution is advised if you have diabetes, alcohol dependence or liver disease. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about the safe use of this product. Red yeast rice should not be used during pregnancy. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, inform your doctor immediately. It is unknown if this product passes into breast milk. Because of the potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this product is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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