CoQ10 (Ubiquinone/Ubiquinol)
Plain-language research summary.
Detail
mitochondriacardiovascularenergy
Mitochondrial electron carrier and antioxidant; supports statin-associated myalgias and cardiac function.
Common Dietary Sources
- Meat, fish; endogenous synthesis declines with age/statins
How the Body Uses It
Transfers electrons in ETC (complex I/II → III); antioxidant in membranes/lipoproteins.
Supplement Origins
Two forms: oxidized ubiquinone and reduced ubiquinol (higher plasma levels in some studies).
Possible Uses
- Statin-associated muscle symptoms
- Heart failure adjunct
Long-Term Use
Well-tolerated; take with fat for absorption.
Dose Guidance
Studied
100–300 mg/day; heart failure 200–300+ mg/day
Divide doses; with meals containing fat.
Forms
Ubiquinone (CoQ10)
Standardization varies by product.
Ubiquinol (reduced CoQ10)
Standardization varies by product.
Delivery
Coming soon.
Evidence & Studies
No studies linked yet.
References
References coming soon.
Safety & Cautions
Cautions
No special cautions listed.
Contraindications
No explicit contraindications listed.
Interactions
- Anticoagulants (monitor INR)