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 [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on signs and symptoms of coenzyme Q deficiency as follows: Coenzyme Q10 is a chief component in the chain of cellular metabolic reactions that help oxygen utilization and energy production within cells. Deficient coenzyme Q can compromise oxygen utilization and slow down overall cellular metabolism in various body tissues.  Compromised cellular metabolism in body tissues, especially tissues with higher energy requirements, such as, heart, kidney, liver, muscle, and brain, can result in [...]