Steve Davies
09-03-2003, 12:43 PM
A friend of mine warned me that she new a some people who have apparently had to have their teeth removed due to their gums loosening while on Lipitor. Now I have heard about possible liver damage, but nothing about this.
Has anyone experienced or heard anything about this?
Has anyone experienced or heard anything about this?
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ARIZONA73
09-03-2003, 02:00 PM
It's a very real possibility. Lipitor, and the other statin drugs interfere with your body's production of coenzyme Q-10. That is why many doctors advise patients who are taking these drugs to take coenzyme Q-10 supplements. One of the symptoms of coenzyme Q-10 depletion is gum disease.
Steve Davies
09-03-2003, 02:09 PM
thanks so much, thats a very useful comment. You wouldn't happen to know if coenzyme Q-10 supplements come under another name, or would I just ask for coenzyme Q-10 supplements at my local store?
thanks
Steve
thanks
Steve
ARIZONA73
09-03-2003, 02:32 PM
No, there is no other name for it. It's simply called coenzyme Q-10. There are several brands available, as well as different potencies.
ARIZONA73
09-03-2003, 09:17 PM
Steve,
Incidentally, there is a hydrosoluble form of coenzyme Q-10 that goes by the name Q-Gel, which is supposed to be much better absorbed. I'm not sure if any of the stores carry it, but it can be ordered. If you do a search for it, you will find some suppliers.
Incidentally, there is a hydrosoluble form of coenzyme Q-10 that goes by the name Q-Gel, which is supposed to be much better absorbed. I'm not sure if any of the stores carry it, but it can be ordered. If you do a search for it, you will find some suppliers.
JeanneMarie
09-03-2003, 11:49 PM
Hi.
Since I have been on Zocor for 4 months now, maybe I should look into taking Coenzyme Q-10 also. What mgs. do you take daily? So you think, that being on Statins, you need this also? Interesting. Thx Arizona, you are always a great help.
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JeanneMarie
Since I have been on Zocor for 4 months now, maybe I should look into taking Coenzyme Q-10 also. What mgs. do you take daily? So you think, that being on Statins, you need this also? Interesting. Thx Arizona, you are always a great help.
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JeanneMarie
ARIZONA73
09-04-2003, 01:59 PM
I take 60mg per day, and I'm not even taking statins. But many doctors today are advising their patients who are taking statins to supplement with coenzyme Q-10. It's important to understand that after the age of 25, our body's production of this coenzyme gradually declines. So the older we get, the less coenzyme Q-10 is in our bodies. Statins will cause further depletion of this important enzyme. Dosages vary, but the suggested intake is generally between 50-150mg.
JeanneMarie
09-05-2003, 12:40 AM
Thx Arizona.
Next question. Somewhere I read that if you have arthritis, you shouldn't take Coenzyme Q-10. I take 1500 mgs of Glucosamine Sulfate daily for Chrondomalacia of the knees...which I think is a technical name for plain arthritis of the knees. I was about to order some Coenzyme, then I got to thinking, maybe I shouldn't take it after all. Probably should contact my doctor. Thx for your input.
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JeanneMarie
Next question. Somewhere I read that if you have arthritis, you shouldn't take Coenzyme Q-10. I take 1500 mgs of Glucosamine Sulfate daily for Chrondomalacia of the knees...which I think is a technical name for plain arthritis of the knees. I was about to order some Coenzyme, then I got to thinking, maybe I shouldn't take it after all. Probably should contact my doctor. Thx for your input.
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JeanneMarie
ARIZONA73
09-05-2003, 07:35 PM
JeanneMarie,
No, I've never heard that people with arthritis should avoid taking coenzyme Q-10. In fact, from what I have read, it may actually be beneficial for arthritis sufferers. Where did you hear or read that people with arthritis should not take it?
No, I've never heard that people with arthritis should avoid taking coenzyme Q-10. In fact, from what I have read, it may actually be beneficial for arthritis sufferers. Where did you hear or read that people with arthritis should not take it?
JeanneMarie
09-06-2003, 10:37 PM
Hi Arizona.
You asked where I read that, danged if I know. I have been searching this web site, for it's here I think I saw it, but could be elsewhere also.
Under my name it says 'Senior Member'...well that senior member is having a senior moment.....lol.
When I figure out where I read it, I'll clue you in. Patience.
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JeanneMarie
You asked where I read that, danged if I know. I have been searching this web site, for it's here I think I saw it, but could be elsewhere also.
Under my name it says 'Senior Member'...well that senior member is having a senior moment.....lol.
When I figure out where I read it, I'll clue you in. Patience.
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JeanneMarie