Dealing with Diabetes2 and remembering Goldi Community Group
A support group for individuals with Type2 diabetes. Encouragement, empathy, advice, and personal experiences from members dealing with the illness. A friendly environment with compassion and support as our main objective.
CoQ10 Side Effects
Most CoQ10 side effects are mild. Some people may experience allergies to increased CoQ10. There have been some reports of rashes and itching.
Other side effects include a lowering of blood sugar within the body. This is particularly a concern for those with diabetes or hypoglycemia [source: Mayo Clinic]. In addition, if you're taking another medicine to regulate blood sugar levels, tell your doctor.
CoQ10 may decrease blood pressure -- which is potentially a great benefit to some, but those with low blood pressure, or those who are already on medication to regulate their blood pressures should exercise caution before embarking on a CoQ10 supplement regimen.
Be sure to inform your doctor of any medicine, prescription or otherwise, that you are taking, no matter what you're taking them for. You never know how supplements may react with other drugs, or what effect they can have on your body.