Coenzyme Q (CoQ) |
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Basic Information
Coenzyme Q is part of the mitochondria of cells and is
necessary for energy production.
Chemical this supplement contains: Coenzyme Q10 (a nutrient);
found in beef, sardines, spinach, peanuts
KNOWN EFFECTS
Controls flow of oxygen within individual cells.
Miscellaneous information:
Oral products are available, but most experts do NOT
recommend using them except under medical supervision.
UNPROVED SPECULATED BENEFITS
Improves heart-muscle metabolism.
Treats chest pain caused by narrowed coronary arteries
(coronary insufficiency).
Lowers blood pressure.
Treats congestive heart failure by enhancing pumping action of
heart.
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
Don't take if you:
Have heart disease, without consulting doctor.
Consult your doctor if you:
Take any medicinal drugs or herbs including aspirin, laxatives,
cold and cough remedies, antacids, vitamins, minerals, amino
acids, supplements, other prescription or non-prescription
drugs.
Pregnancy:
Dangers outweigh any possible benefits. Don't use.
Breast-feeding:
Dangers outweigh any possible benefits. Don't use.
Infants and children:
Treating infants and children under 2 with any supplement is
hazardous.
Others:
No contraindications if you are not pregnant and do not take
amounts larger than manufacturer's recommended dosage.
Storage:
Keep cool and dry, but don't freeze. Store safely away from
children.
Safe dosage:
At present no "safe" dosage has been established.
TOXICITY
Comparative-toxicity rating not available from standard
references.
ADVERSE REACTIONS, SIDE EFFECTS OR OVERDOSE SYMPTOMS
None expected
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