CoQ10

[ed34]

I've recently been reading a lot of material on this coenzyme and some things seem quite worrying. Of course, it's difficult to know if half of what you read on the internet is true or not. I have read a few Doctors reports on the subject and several research results. Apparently this coenzyme is very important for any kind of muscle cell to efficiently generate energy, low levels cause discomfort. This coenzyme is apparently made in the Liver and Statins as well as inhibiting the production of LDL Cholesterol, also reduce the production of CoQ10. Tests have shown that most people on statins are below normal levels of this important substance. I'm now wondering why Doctors don't prescribe CoQ10 supplements for statin users.
Research is quite difficult because nothing can actually be physically tested. It all boils down to how a person feels.
From all the research I have read, patients given this as a supplement actually felt significant benefits, even patients on a transplant list. The problem is, ekg recordings and echocardiograms show no difference, but why would they?
If discomfort is generated by cells not being able to generate enough energy, would this show up in standard tests.
It also seems a huge coincidence that many people having received intervention such as angioplasty, seem to continue to receive discomforts associated with angina, even though a good blood flow has been restored. Is it possible that this is associated with statin drugs? reducing CoQ10.  I really don't know what to make of this, but it
does seem to make sense. Maybe I will have a chat to my GP and see if I can try some supplements.
I have also read 'claims' by drug companies that many forms of these supplements don't easily dissolve into the body, but THEIRS does. So, I guess you have to be careful which brand you choose.

I would appreciate the opinions of others on this forum about this please :)

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Thank you for your reply Joan and the kind words.

[joanincarolina]

I commented on this site to you yesterday but I obviously didn't push a correct button and I also had a cute comment to you about your inquistive questions especially the one lately after your 'pints' day! CQ10 is good to take with a statin if you have the muscle side effects, the common side effect of a statin. Sometimes a change of a statin will do the trick otherwise CQ10 is a good idea. I understand that a half dose of CQ10 should be taken with the statin at night/bedtime. I really don't pay too much attention to supplement companies claims as none of them are regulated but I think it's important to advise your doctor that you are taking an OTC supplement. Looking forward to your next 'thought' and as always you are helpful to people. Joan.