What is Pharmacol-40?
Pharmacol-40 is a unique molecule that is derived from chitin (pronounced KITE-in), a substance found in crab and shrimp shells. A patented enzymatic process breaks chitin into a distinct, smaller molecule.

How does Pharmacol-40 work?
When taken orally, Pharmacol-40 is not absorbed into the bloodstream. Instead, it remains in the gastrointestinal tract, where it binds to cholesterol from the diet, forming an insoluble complex that passes out of the body in the stool, helping maintain normal cholesterol levels.

How much Pharmacol-40 should I take?
Pharmacol-40 is taken in a convenient once daily dosing. Three capsules should be taken once daily with the evening meal.

How long should I stay on Pharmacol-40 before noticing its beneficial effects?
The results from a recent clinical study showed individuals needed to take Pharmacol-40 for at least four weeks.

Will Pharmacol-40 cause any adverse effects?
Occasionally, individuals taking the ingredient in Pharmacol-40 have experienced gastrointestinal discomfort.

Will Pharmacol-40 interact with cholesterol-lowering "statin" drugs?
No interactions are known, although it would be a good idea to take them at separate times during the day.

What if I have an allergy to shellfish?
Since Pharmacol-40 is derived from shrimp and crab shells, it is not recommended to take Pharmacol-40 if you have a shellfish allergy.

Why not take other shellfish chitin-derived substances, like chitosan or glucosamine sulfate?
While these substances may provide clinical benefit in other areas, only the unique molecule in Pharmacol-40 has been demonstrated to bind to cholesterol, thus helping to maintain normal cholesterol levels.