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  2. Coenzyme Q10 has been used for heart problems (such as heart failure, angina), high blood pressure, Parkinson's disease, gum disease, and certain diseases passed down through families (Huntington's disease, muscular dystrophy). It has also been used for reducing the number of migraine headaches and for reducing cell damage that may occur after surgery or treatment with certain anti-cancer drugs.

    Drug Class: Alternative Therapy - Unclassified · Vitamin Combinations

    Availability: Prescription sometimes needed

    Lactation: Does not adversely affect lactation

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    Side effects

    A very serious allergic reaction to this product is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any of the following symptoms of a serious allergic reaction

    • Rash
    • Itching/swelling
    • Severe dizziness
    • Trouble breathing

    Other things to note

    • This product usually has very few side effects. Nausea, loss of appetite, upset stomach, or diarrhea may rarely occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor promptly.

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    Precautions

    • Read directions carefully before start of therapy
    • Tell doctor your complete medical history
    • Product not FDA reviewed for safety or efficacy.
    • Call doctor if you are not getting better
    • Skip missed dose if almost time for next dose
    • Follow directions on best place to keep drug supply
    • For liquid products : Measure dose using a dosing spoon/cup/syringe.
    • For tablet, extended release 24 hr products : Do not chew or crush. OK to split tablet if scored.
    • For wafer products : Chew medicine completely before swallowing.

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    Warnings

    • For liquid products : Shake well before using. ; For powder products : Mix as directed before using. ; For tablet, extended release 24 hr products : Do not chew or crush before swallowing. ; For wafer products : Chew this medication before swallowing. ;

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    Interactions

    Products that may interact with this drug include:

    • Drugs for high blood pressure
    • Blood thinners (e.g., warfarin)
    • Drugs for diabetes
    • Drugs for high cholesterol (e.g., atorvastatin, lovastatin)

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  1. The typical dose for treating coenzyme Q10 deficiency is 150 mg daily. High blood pressure is treated with 120 to 200 mg daily in two divided doses. The dose for preventing migraine headaches is 100 mg three times daily. Doses of 300 to 2400 mg per day have been used for treating Parkinson's disease.
    www.medicinenet.com/coenzyme_q10_ubiquinone…
    Studies have used daily doses of CoQ10 ranging from 50 milligrams (mg) to 1,200 mg in adults. A typical daily dose for someone who has a CoQ10 deficiency is 100–200 mg, while the observed safe level is 1,200 mg per day.
    www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324113
    In a 2018 meta-analysis, CoQ10 has been suggested to improve insulin sensitivity and regulate blood sugar levels. Another study in people with diabetic neuropathy — a type of nerve damage that can occur in people with diabetes — found that taking 100 mg of CoQ10 daily for 12 weeks may have improved HbA1c levels and insulin resistance.
    www.healthline.com/nutrition/coenzyme-q10
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