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CoEnzyme Q10 - your questions answered
What is CoQ10?
CoQ10 is a naturally occurring enzyme found in every living cell. It is essential for the manufacture of energy necessary for all of our body processes.
What will CoQ10 do for me?
In addition to being essential for energy production, CoQ10 is an excellent antioxidant and immune system stimulant. These properties make CoQ10 highly beneficial in the management and prevention of many diseases.
What conditions benefit from CoQ10?
The heart muscle contains the greatest amounts of CoQ10 in the body and many heart conditions benefit from CoQ10 supplementation. These conditions include stroke, congestive heart failure, high blood pressure, high cholesterol angina and atherosclerosis (cholesterol build up on artery walls) Taken before and after cardiac surgery CoQ10 has been shown to reduce complications and hasten recoveryl. CoQ10 has also been shown to dramatically improve periodontal disease (inflammation and infection of the gums) and may also be of benefit in migraine, headache, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), Parkinson's disease and Huntington's chorea.
People with diabetes and obesity can benefit due to CoQ10's role in energy production. CoQ10 may also enhance aerobic capacity and muscle performance making it a great supplement for athletes and people suffering fatigue (eg. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or post-viral syndromes)or for those with muscular dystrophies.
I am on Cholesterol-lowering medication and have been advised to take CoQ10. Why is this?
Certain drugs used to treat high cholesterol (statins) have been found to decrease the levels of CoQ10 in the body. This occurs because the role of these medications is to inhibit the inzyme HmgCoA-reductase which is involved in production of cholesterol by our body. This enzyme is also essential for CoQ10 manufacture, an action that is therefore also blocked by statin medications. Many people taking statin medications experience muscle aches and pains, believed to be due to the deficiency in CoQ10 that occurs. Supplementation with 100mg/day of CoQ10 day restores levels to normal and reverses some of these side-effects of statin use. It is also very important to supplement with CoQ10 if on statin medication as CoQ10 deficiency is associated with various heart conditions and people with high cholesterol are already at a higher risk of heart problems.
What dose should I take?
The recommended dose to take in conjunction with statin medications is 100mg a day. Dosage recommendations vary depending on condition being treated, I can advise you on the best dose for your circumstances.
Why Supplement? Don't I get CoQ10 through my diet?
CoQ10 is found in meat and fish products and in lesser quantities in boiled broccoli, cauliflower, nuts, spinach and soy. The CoQ10 in these foods are significantly reduced however by length of storage, processing and cooking. In addition to this, poor eating habits, stress, infection, statin medications and aging all affect the body's ability to produce adequate amounts of CoQ10.
Are there any safety issues with taking CoQ10?
CoQ10 is extremely well tolerated and on toxic with very little occurrence of side-effects.
Will CoQ10 interact with other medications I am using?
It is important to let your doctor know if you are considering using CoQ10 and are already on Warfarin as there is a potential for interaction. CoQ10 can reduce the vascular side-effects of the eye drops Timolol without effecting eye pressure.
Medical Centre In Pharmacy
Shop 1037/8 Westfield Shopping Centre,
Helensvale QLD 4212
(located inside Healthpoint Chemist Helensvale)
Phone: 07 5519 4344
Open Monday to Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm
Our Doctors are:
Dr. Clive Kam
MBBS (Flinders), FRACGP
Dr. Sally Kervison
MBBS, MPH (Occ. Health), GDFM, LLB
Dr. Kelly Young
MBBS, FRACGP, DRANZCOG
Dr. David Woodhouse
MBBS (Syd.)
Dr. Louis Fenelon
B.Med (Newcastle)
We are a mixed billing practice.
FREE HEALTH CARE ASSESSMENTS available for over 75’s. Our Registered Nurse will perform Health Care Assessments in the privacy of your home at your Doctor’s request.
FREE HEALTH CHECK available for all patients aged 45-49
For information on any of our services, please call our reception on 07
5519 4344
Aqium Gel
Germs hate clean hands. Aqium gel is more effective and convenient then soap and water. Carry it with you when you're camping, picnicing, at the beach, bushwalking, travelling and especially during cold and flu season, and after handling animals or before food handling.
Aqium Gel is a highly effective anti-bacterial alcohol based hand gel that will leave your hands refreshed, moisturised and hygienically clean.
It kills germs fast, helping to reduce infections and prevent the spread of bacteria. No washing or towelling is required as Aqium Gel air dries within seconds. It also has added moisturising agents, vitamin E and pro vitamin B5 to help prevent your skin drying out.
Call in at Healthpoint Chemist and grab either a bottle or pump pack for your peace of mind when out and about.
Should you have a Flu Shot?
The Flu, also known as influenza, is a common and highly contagious disease that affects millions of Australians each year. A typical case of flu may cause some people to feel unwell and miss days of work. However, in the elderly and people with existing health problems, it can lead to hospitalisation or even be life threatening. The Flu vaccine is now available at Healthpoint Chemist. The fluvax is recommended for everyone aged 65 years and over, and for children and adults with a chronic medical condition. Anyone whose immune system is not fully functioning should also consider a flu injection. Please see your doctor today to obtain a prescription.
Weight Loss Program
Lets face it... anyone who has ever program knows how hard it can be... especially psychologically. Healthpoint Helensvale offers you the Better You Weight Loss Program, backed by the professional support of our friendly Healthpoint team.
We all want to look slimmer, fitter and feel healthier in a SHORT period of time even though it may have taken months or years to gain the weight in the first place.
The Better You Weight Loss Program is an easy-to-follow proven diet plan developed by Australian Dietician Bill Coote. Bill has had more than 30 years extensive experience in personal nutrition and has helped hundreds of people lose weight all round Australia.
Immune Boost By Codral
Immune Boost by Codral is a natural supplement to support, promote and enhance the immune system. Immune Boost contains Lactoferrin which is an important part of your body’s own defence system. When you are feeling sick, Immune Boost may help your body in the defence mechanisms against bacteria, fungi and viruses.
Lactoferrin does not contain lactose, so it should be suitable for those people with lactose intolerance.
This winter boost your immune system
with this natural supplement….
30 Capsules $17.95
60 Capsules $29.95
Hypertension (high blood pressure)
High blood pressure is generally considered to be a systolic pressure of above 140 and a diastolic pressure of 90 or above. A high blood pressure may lead to cardiovascular disease if it is constantly elevated, and life expectancy may be reduced.
Excitement, nervous tension and shock can all elevate blood pressure, and an increase in weight and low activity levels can contribute to an increase in blood pressure.
Hypotension (low blood pressure)
A low blood pressure is generally considered to be a systolic blood pressure of below 100mm Hg. Long term hypotension may be due to poor nutrition or inadequate levels of blood proteins (e.g. blood loss).
Arthritis
People usually complain of pain in the affected joint. Symptoms usually start from middle age onwards. The pain is generally described as a deep ache, which is hard to localise. The affected joints are not usually hot or inflamed, unless the osteoarthritis is very advanced. Exercise makes the pain worse, rest relieves it but prolonged inactivity may result in stiffness. Morning stiffness is common, but usually lasts less than 30 minutes. Osteoarthritis may come and go, with periods when there is very little or no pain. Some people identify particular times when the pain is worse, for example, in damp weather.
Medicine therapy for arthritis includes simple analgesics, namely Paracetamol. Regular paracetamol, two tablets (1gm), three or four times daily, is the first choice of treatment in mild to moderate osteoarthritis. It must, however, be taken regularly - not just when required - to have the best effect. Aspirin is not usually recommended in osteoarthritis because of the level of doses required for pain relief and the adverse effects on the stomach.
Osteoarthritis is more common in elderly and it is normally recommended that they avoid products containing medicines which affect the central nervous system (CNS), for example codeine. These medicines can cause constipation and elderly people may be more susceptible to CNS effects such as sedation. Glucosamine has been shown to help relieve pain and preserve cartilage, but may take up to four weeks for effects to be noticed.
Physiotherapy and occupational therapy are important for pain management and keeping limbs functioning. Weight control will reduce the weight on the joints. Heat may be useful before exercise and ice packs useful after exercise. This is an individual preference and should be trialed for a week or two to determine if either of these treatments provide any pain relief. The ultimate therapy for osteoarthritis of a joint is to replace the joint. This is a relatively common operation in which the total hip joint or knee joint etc is replaced. However replacements have a limited life of about 10 years before another replacement is required. The improved mobility and quality of life after these operations is often dramatic.
