What is LiQ-10 (coenzyme Q-10)?
Ubiquinone is a substance similar to vitamin C that is produced naturally by the body. Ubiquinone can also be known as Co-Q-10, Ubidcarenone, Ubidecarenone, and Ubiquinol.Ubiquinone may be effective in alternative medicine to treat coenzyme-Q-10 deficiency or reduce the symptoms of mitochondrial diseases (conditions affecting energy production in the body's cells).Ubiquinone may also be effective at preventing migraine headaches. It can lower blood pressure, reduce tissue damage following surgery, or prevent a second attack. Ubiquinone may also be effective for improving symptoms of congestive cardiac failure, nerve damage caused by diabetes, or multiple sclerosis. It can also help with fibromyalgia and muscular dystrophy.Ubiquinone is also used to treat Alzheimer’s disease (Lou Gehrig’s disease), diabetes, fatigue caused by cancer drugs, Parkinson’s symptoms, and muscle symptoms in polio survivors. Research has shown, however, that ubiquinone is not effective for treating these conditions.The research also shows that ubiquinone does not appear to have any effect on increasing athletic performance or slowing the progression of Huntington's disease.Researchers have not yet proven that other uses, such as treating asthma, COPD (including certain heart conditions), cancer, diabetes, hepatitis C (including kidney problems), muscle problems from takingstatin cholesterol medicine', and others, are also effective.There is no way to know if ubiquinone can be used as a treatment for any medical condition. The FDA has not approved the use of this product for medical purposes. Ubiquinone is not to be substituted for medication prescribed by your doctor.Ubiquinone can be sold as an herbal supplement. Many herbal compounds are not manufactured to regulated standards, and some supplements on the market have been found to be contaminated with toxic drugs or metals. To minimise the risk, herbal or health supplements must be purchased from a reputable source.Ubiquinone can be used in other ways not mentioned in the product guide.
Similar/related drugs
acetylcysteine, ascorbic acid, biotin, multivitamin, and niacin
Side effects of LiQ-10 (coenzyme Q-10)
Seek immediate medical care if you have any of these symptoms: difficulty breathing, swelling in your face, lips, throat, or tongue.Although the side effects of ubiquinone are not known, it is believed to be safe for the majority of adults who use it as directed.If you experience any of the following symptoms, stop using ubiquinone immediately and contact your healthcare provider.
- Feelings of extreme weakness, dizziness, and low blood pressure
Liq-10 can cause the following side effects:
- Upset stomach; nausea; heartburn; vomiting
- Diarrhoea;
- Skin rash
- Low blood pressure
There may be other side effects. For medical advice on side effects, call your doctor. To report adverse effects, you can contact the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Warnings
Please read all instructions on the label or package of your product.Tell your doctor about any medical conditions you may have, allergies and medications that you take.
Before you take this drug
If you have had any of the following:
- High or low blood pressure can cause heart problems.
- If you receive chemotherapy,
- If you smoke.
Consult your doctor before using the product if you are pregnant or nursing.Don't give herbal or health supplements to children without consulting a doctor.
How to take LiQ-10 (coenzyme Q-10)?
Consult your doctor before using herbal supplements. Consult a health practitioner trained in herbal or health supplement use.Use ubiquinone only as directed by the manufacturer or your doctor. Use only the recommended amount of this product.You must chew the chewable ubiquinone thoroughly before swallowing it.Use the measuring device provided to measure liquid ubiquinone (not a spoon).Use dry hands to remove the tablet from the package and place it in the mouth. The tablet will start to dissolve immediately. The tablet should not be swallowed whole. Do not chew the tablet.You may need your blood pressure checked if you take ubiquinone.Stop taking ubiquinone 2 weeks before you have surgery, medical or dental.Keep away from moisture and heat at a room temperature.If the condition that you are treating with ubiquinone doesn't improve or worsens, call your doctor.
What happens if I miss the dose?
Take the next dose as scheduled.
What happens if I overdose?
For poison assistance, call 1-800-222-1222 or get immediate medical help.
What should be avoided?
Use ubiquinone with caution when taking other health supplements or herbal products that may lower blood pressure.Use different formulations of ubiquinone only with medical advice. Combining different formulations increases the risk of an overdose.
Interaction with other drug
You should consult your doctor before taking ubiquinone if you take any of the following drugs:
- Omega-3 fatty acids
- Vitamins, especially A, C, and E or K;
- Heart or blood pressure medications;
- Cancer medicine
- A blood thinner (Warfarin Coumadin Jantoven)
This list is incomplete. Other drugs, such as prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products, may also affect ubiquinone. This list does not include all possible drug interactions.
