Depletes CoQ10. This medication is commonly used for Hypertension
Thiazide diuretics may decrease the effectiveness of enzymes in your heart that rely on CoQ10 for function. This nutrient is essential for cellular energy production. Patients taking these medications might consider CoQ10 supplementation to address potential deficiencies.
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50% Ubiquinone and 50% Ubiquinol — 50 mg
Lower CoQ10 impairs mitochondrial ATP production in skeletal muscle, which can manifest as fatigue, myalgias and weakness, particularly in patients taking statins that further reduce endogenous CoQ10 levels.
CoQ10 is a key electron carrier in the mitochondrial respiratory chain and an important lipid-soluble antioxidant; depletion reduces cellular energy output and increases susceptibility of membranes and LDL particles to oxidative damage.