Coenzyme Q10
Generic Name: ubiquinone
Brand Names: Co-Q10, Coenzyme Q10, LiQsorb, Liquid Co-Q10, NutraDrops What is Coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone)?Ubiquinone, also called Coenzyme Q-10, is a coenzyme that is made naturally in the body. Ubiquinone has been used in congestive heart failure, gum disease, and type 2 diabetes. It has also been used to replace low levels of ubiquinone caused by taking certain cholesterol medications. Ubiquinone has not been approved by the FDA to treat any disease, and it should not be substituted for prescription medications. Ubiquinone may also have uses other than those listed in this medication guide. What is the most important information I should know about Coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone)?Ubiquinone has not been approved by the FDA to treat any disease, and it should not be substituted for prescription medications. Ubiquinone has not been evaluated by the FDA for safety, effectiveness, or purity. All potential risks and/or advantages of this product may not be known. Additionally, there are no regulated manufacturing standards in place for these compounds. Some marketed herbal supplements have been found to be contaminated with toxic metals or other drugs. Herbal/health supplements should be purchased from a reliable source to minimize the risk of contamination. What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone)?Before taking ubiquinone, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, herbalist, or other healthcare provider. You may not be able to use this product if you have: Do not take ubiquinone without telling your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant. It is not known whether ubiquinone will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take ubiquinone without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. It is not known whether ubiquinone will be harmful to a nursing infant. Do not give any herbal/health supplement to a child without a doctor's advice.
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