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Coenzyme Q10 is a prescription medicine. It is typically used for the treatment of Nutritional Deficiency. Other than this, Coenzyme Q10 has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Coenzyme Q10 depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Coenzyme Q10 include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Loss of appetite. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Coenzyme Q10 can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Coenzyme Q10 normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Coenzyme Q10's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Coenzyme Q10's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Coenzyme Q10 contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Coenzyme Q10 may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Coenzyme Q10 is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Coenzyme Q10 is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Coenzyme Q10 is used -
Common
Is the use of Coenzyme Q10 safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Coenzyme Q10 for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Coenzyme Q10 safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Coenzyme Q10 in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Coenzyme Q10 on the Kidneys?
Coenzyme Q10 is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Coenzyme Q10 on the Liver?
Coenzyme Q10 is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Coenzyme Q10 on the Heart?
Coenzyme Q10 may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Coenzyme Q10 should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Coenzyme Q10 unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Coenzyme Q10 habit forming or addictive?
Coenzyme Q10 is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Coenzyme Q10 does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Coenzyme Q10 is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Coenzyme Q10 for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Coenzyme Q10
Taking Coenzyme Q10 with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Coenzyme Q10
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Coenzyme Q10 with alcohol will be.
Yes, Coenzyme Q10 is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as insomnia, nausea & vomiting, heartburn, and loss of appetite. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Coenzyme Q10 should not be discontinued without doctors advice if it has been prescribed by your doctor. If you are taking this drug by yourself then it can be discontinued own your own.
Take Coenzyme Q10 as advised by your doctor. Coenzyme Q10 has to be taken with food for better outcomes because the presence of food promotes the absorption of this drug from the stomach.
No, Coenzyme Q10 does not cause acne. In fact, it helps in preventing acne. Most of the acne can result from a hormonal imbalance in our body. This imbalance can be from unhealthy food we eat. Coenzyme Q10 can helps in restoring the hormonal balance by providing the energy to the cell. Hence in this way, it prevents from the acne.
Yes, Coenzyme Q10 may cause insomnia (sleeplessness) in a few cases only. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of insomnia is not known. If you are experiencing insomnia after taking this drug then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
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