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Levocarnitine belongs to the class of medications called as amino acid derivative. It works by improving the low levels of carnitine in the body.

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Frequently asked questions about Coenzyme Q10

Q. Who should take Coenzyme Q10?

You should take Coenzyme Q10 only if doctor has advised you. Coenzyme Q10 has a beneficial role when taken with other medicines in patients with heart failure, angina, high blood pressure, Parkinson’s disease, and migraine. It may also be advised in patients with Coenzyme Q10 deficiency, HIV/AIDS or in patients taking adriamycin. Coenzyme Q10 is an additional therapy to the prescribed treatment. Do not substitute Coenzyme Q10 for actual treatment required for these particular diseases.

Q. Is Coenzyme Q10 bad for the liver?

Coenzyme Q10 may cause an increase in liver enzymes. Therefore, if you have liver disease, inform your doctor before you start taking this medicine. Other common side effects of Coenzyme Q10 include sleeplessness, rashes, nausea, upper abdominal pain, dizziness, sensitivity to light, irritability, headaches, heartburn, and fatigue.

Q. Can Coenzyme Q10 cause sleeplessness?

Yes, Coenzyme Q10 may cause sleeplessness, however, it does not affect everyone. Consult your doctor if you have difficulty sleeping after taking Coenzyme Q10.

Q. Is Coenzyme Q10 good for weight loss?

Yes, Coenzyme Q10 may cause a decrease in fat cells (adipose tissue) and an increase in the number of good fatty cells (brown adipose tissue). This may cause weight loss, thereby helping in obesity. However, you should take Coenzyme Q10 for weight loss only if advised by your doctor.

Q. What are the health benefits of Coenzyme Q10?

Coenzyme Q10 contains Coenzyme Q10 which is a vitamin-like substance that is important for life and health of every cell. It is required by the cells of the body to function properly and produce energy. It also helps to fight oxidative stress. Maximum concentrations of it are found in the heart, liver, kidney, and pancreas and lowest concentration in the lungs. It is an antioxidant and has an ability to stimulate the immune system. It also beneficial for the health of the heart.

Frequently asked questions about Levo-carnitine

Q. When can a carnitine deficiency occur?

Carnitine deficiency may be of two types, primary and secondary. Primary is genetic and may show symptoms by five years of age. Whereas, secondary may occur due to certain disorders like kidney problems (chronic kidney failure) and use of antibiotics that reduces its absorption and increases its excretion.

Q. Does warfarin have any effect on Levo-carnitine?

In some patients, warfarin when taken along with Levo-carnitine may increase the time required for the formation of blood clot. Hence, before starting Levo-carnitine, inform your doctor if you are taking warfarin.

Q. Is Levo-carnitine a steroid?

Levo-carnitine is not a steroid. It contains Levo-carnitine which is a type of protein (made from the amino acids lysine and methionine). It helps in transporting fats to the cells, where fats get metabolized in order to produce energy. It is used to treat primary and secondary Levo-carnitine deficiency.

Information last updated by Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology on 13th Jun 2023.
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