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CoQ<sub>10</sub> is found naturally in meats, including organ meats such as liver and kidney, fatty fish, and whole grains. Supplementation of CoQ<sub>10</sub> has been shown to be safe and well-tolerated, even at high doses, and does not cause serious adverse effects in humans or experimental animals. Newer formulations of CoQ<sub>10</sub> and structural derivatives like idebenone and MitoQ are in development to improve absorption and tissue distribution {{pmid|35199552}}. | CoQ<sub>10</sub> is found naturally in meats, including organ meats such as liver and kidney, fatty fish, and whole grains. Supplementation of CoQ<sub>10</sub> has been shown to be safe and well-tolerated, even at high doses, and does not cause serious adverse effects in humans or experimental animals. Newer formulations of CoQ<sub>10</sub> and structural derivatives like idebenone and MitoQ are in development to improve absorption and tissue distribution {{pmid|35199552}}. | ||
== Safety and | == Safety and Dosage == | ||
The safety profile of CoQ<sub>10</sub> is notably benign, with it being well-tolerated even at high doses. It does not induce serious adverse effects in either humans or experimental animals. Minor side effects may include stomach upset, loss of appetite, nausea, and headaches. CoQ<sub>10</sub>'s interaction with various medications | |||
=== Dosage === | |||
While there is no established ideal dosage of CoQ<sub>10</sub>, a typical daily dose is 100–200 milligrams. Different formulations have varying declared amounts of CoQ<sub>10</sub> and other ingredients. | |||
=== Safety === | |||
The safety profile of CoQ<sub>10</sub> is notably benign, with it being well-tolerated even at high doses.{{pmid|35199552}} | |||
=== Side Effects === | |||
It does not induce serious adverse effects in either humans or experimental animals. Minor side effects may include stomach upset, loss of appetite, nausea, and headaches.{{pmid|35199552}} | |||
=== Interactions === | |||
CoQ<sub>10</sub>'s interaction with various medications necessitates a consultation with a healthcare professional before beginning supplementation: | |||
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CoQ<sub>10</sub> | |||
* potential to inhibit the effects of [[Theophylline|theophylline]] | |||
, such as blood thinners and chemotherapy drugs, .{{pmid|35199552}} | |||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||