CoQ10 for increased energy levels - Vitamins & Supplements Message Board

flowergirl2day · 04-26-2007, 07:37 PM

Hello,

I would like to know if any of you take CoQ10 for aiding energy production and healthy heart function? What are your experiences? What's your daily dose?

Thank you!

jbbrocky · 04-27-2007, 06:31 AM

I take 300mg per day (150) 2 times a day and it has increased my energy a ton, among many other benefits.

Hardy09 · 04-27-2007, 12:00 PM

I take coQ10 and have not noticed any general increase in energy. Of course, I could have more energy and just not be tuned into it, or I could have more energy than otherwise if I stopped taking it. I am committed to taking it, however, because coQ10 facilitates energy exchange at the cellular level, not necessarily making one consciously FEEL more energetic.

I read a post by someone once who said he had stopped taking it because he didn't notice any difference, but then started taking it again after he read all the good things it does for one.

flowergirl2day · 04-27-2007, 08:39 PM

Thanks for your replies!

My main reason for taking CoQ10 is being on a prescription, cholesterol lowering drug which is known to block its production. I don't want to risk acquiring irreversible muscle damage. (I know it could still happen).
Another reason is the fact that aging causes our cellular levels of CoQ10 to decline. Therefore, taking this supplement is a win/win situation for me.

When I consulted my doctor about CoQ10, he suggested I take 120mg/day.
(I have been taking that amount daily). I don't feel this dose is adequate! I am on several prescription drugs in addition to the statin and feel I should up my dose. My energy level has been pretty low, to say the least. (Side effects of the meds). I could use some help with that, too!

Mike In NY · 05-09-2007, 12:26 PM

I've seen articles recommending twice daily up to 300mg and a second one twice daily up to 200mg. I don't take medication and take 100mg once a day.