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Generic: Coenzyme Q10 [Ubidecarenone]

Form: Capsule 200mg

Indication

A natural catalyst for energy release from food; an antioxidant. • HMG CoA reductase inhibitor mediated decreased level of Coenzyme Q10 in blood • Drug induced Myopathy • Protects body against free radial damage with its antioxidant property • Adjuvant therapy in cardiovascular disease especially in angina and congestive heart failure • Immune system depression • Cognitive decline • Useful in the management of Periodontal Disease • Intensive moisturizer fights visible skin lines and wrinkles • Helps keep skin moisturized

Adult Dose

Oral: 1 cap daily, may be increased up to 3 cap daily if high dose is required. Daily doses of Coenzyme Q10 range from 5 to 300 milligrams. Effectiveness is thought to be obtained with doses of 50 to 200 milligrams daily.

Contraindication

Not known

Mode of Action

Involved in electron transport chain. Antioxidant, membrane stabilizer.

Precaution

Supplemental Coenzyme Q10 may improve beta-cell function and glycemic control in type II diabetics. Therefore, those diabetics who do use supplemental Coenzyme Q10 should determine by appropriate monitoring if they need to make any adjustments in their diabetic medications.

Side Effect

Generally, Coenzyme Q10 is well tolerated and having no significant side effects. Mild gastro-intestinal symptoms such as nausea, diarrhea and epigastric distress have been reported, particularly with higher doses (200 mg or more daily).

Introduction

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