Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking coenzyme Q as follows: Avoid taking coenzyme Q before any scheduled surgery, as continued intake of coenzyme Q could complement the hypotension caused by the surgery, thus leading to episodes of severe low blood pressure numbers. Observing compliance with general fall prevention measures and DME recommended, such as, cane or walker, during immediate post-surgical period, can help prevent falls and injuries due to low blood [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking coenzyme Q as follows: Discuss with your physician regarding all your medications and their risk of causing hypotensive episodes. Avoid taking other medications causing hypotension, concurrently with coenzyme Q, as they could complement each other on lowering the blood pressure, thus leading to episodes of severe hypotension and confusion. Observing a 2 – 3 hour window between the intake of these medications can help prevent [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Coenzyme Q as follows: Cardiovascular side-effects Coenzyme Q carries the risk of lowering the blood pressure. Occasionally, individuals can present with hypotension, secondary to coenzyme Q intake, can lead to episodes of confusion and dizziness, thus increasing the risk for fall and accidents. Metabolic side-effects Coenzyme Q increases sensitivity of body cells to insulin, thus increasing the glucose uptake and utilization by the body cells. This can [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Coenzyme Q as follows: General allergic reactions                                  Coenzyme Q use can result in general allergic reactions, such as, skin rashes, hives, and itching. Some patients can present with symptoms of severe allergic and anaphylactic response with coenzyme Q, such as, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, lips, throat, and tongue, with consequent difficulty breathing. Seek emergency medical help for such findings, especially with difficulty breathing, for any appropriate [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on signs and symptoms of coenzyme Q deficiency as follows: Compromised function of all the vital organs, secondary to deficiency of coenzyme Q can result in episodes of confusion, trouble concentrating, learning difficulties, poor cardiac function, diminished blood supply to vital organs, poor renal function, fatigue, muscle weakness, poor appetite, and weight loss. Prolonged deficiency of coenzyme Q can also lead to failure of vital organ functions, resulting in heart failure, renal [...]