Description
CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10) is a vitamin-like nutrient that plays an essential role in the production of energy in the body and in particular the heart, helping to maintain a healthy cardiovascular system. Our natural levels of CoQ10 decline as we age, and with taking certain medications. To ensure that you have enough of this essential nutrient, it may be beneficial to increase intake of foods rich in CoQ10, or to take a CoQ10 supplement.
How it works
Coenzyme Q10 is found naturally in the body and plays an essential role in the production of energy in all cells. As such it is important for the health of virtually all human tissues and organs.The heart is one of the most active tissues in the body, and requires an adequate supply of CoQ10. CoQ10 assists in maintaining heart health, in particular heart muscle function. The body's ability to synthesise CoQ10 declines with age and with taking certain medications. CoQ10 also has strong anti-oxidant properties which can also be beneficial for skin health.
Dosage
Adults - Take 1 to 2 capsules a day with meals.Children under 12 years - Not recommended.
Contraindications and cautions
Do not take while on warfarin therapy without medical advice.
May occasionally cause mild gastrointestinal symptoms.
Active ingredients per capsules
Ubidecarenone (Coenzyme Q10) 150 mg
Medicine Interactions
Consult your healthcare professional before use if being treated for diabetes. CoQ10 may increase the glucose-lowering effect of your medication.
CoQ10 may decrease the anti-coagulant effect of warfarin.
This product is not registered under the Pharmacy and Poisons Ordinance or the Chinese Medicine Ordinance. Any claim made for it has not been subject to evaluation for such registration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat or prevent any disease.