COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN
About COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN
COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN is used to prevent cell damage due to free radicals. It is also useful in improving sleep quality in insomnia. Insomnia is a sleep disorder that causes trouble falling and/or staying asleep. COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN may also improve heart health, fertility, jet lag, depression, and chronic pain.
COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN is a combination of Coenzyme Q10 and Melatonin. Coenzyme Q10 (also known as CoQ10 or Ubiquinone) is a nutrient that generates energy in your cells. It is an antioxidant that protects cells from damage by fighting against free radicals (unstable atoms that damage cells). Melatonin is a hormone that is naturally produced in the human body during darkness and signals the body to sleep. COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN acts as a supplement in people with low levels of melatonin and sleep problems, thus regulating sleep-wake cycles.
Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN. Common side effects of COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN include stomach upset, headache, sleepiness, dizziness, and nausea. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor beforehand if you have a history of liver, heart or kidney diseases. It is essential to let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or a breastfeeding mother. Avoid consuming alcohol along with COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery since COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN can make you feel sleepy or dizzy. COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN is not recommended for children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness are unknown.
Uses of COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN
Medicinal Benefits
COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN contains Coenzyme Q10 and Melatonin. Coenzyme Q10 generates energy in your cells and helps prevent migraine headaches, lowering blood pressure, and a second heart attack. It is also an antioxidant that protects cells from damage by fighting against free radicals (unstable atoms that damage cells). Melatonin is a hormone that is naturally produced in the human body during darkness and signals the body to sleep. It is used to treat jet lag and insomnia (sleep disorder). COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN acts as a supplement in people with low levels of melatonin and sleep problems, thereby regulating sleep-wake cycles.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN
- Stomach upset
- Nausea
- Headache
- Sleepiness
- Dizziness
Drug Warnings
Let your doctor know if you use any other medicines/supplements or if you are allergic to any medicines before using COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN. Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have heart, liver or kidney diseases before starting COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or a breastfeeding mother. COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN causes drowsiness and dizziness, hence do not drive or operate machinery while using COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN. Avoid consuming alcohol along with COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN is not recommended for children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness are unknown. Avoid smoking as the components of tobacco might increase the breakdown of Melatonin in the liver.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN may interact with anticancer drugs (cisplatin), blood pressure medicines (captopril, valsartan, diltiazem), anti-depressants (fluvoxamine), psoriasis medicines (psoralens), antacids (cimetidine), hormones (estrogen), antibiotics (rifampicin), fits medicines (carbamazepine), hypnotics (midazolam, temazepam, zaleplon, zolpidem, zopiclone), and blood thinners (warfarin).
Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption while taking COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Before using COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN, let your doctor know if you have heart, liver or kidney diseases, depression, epilepsy, autoimmune diseases, diabetes, glaucoma, and other pre-existing medical conditions.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafeAvoid alcohol consumption while taking COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN as it may cause increased drowsiness.
Pregnancy
cautionIt is not known how COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN affects pregnancy. Please consult your doctor before taking COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.
Breast Feeding
cautionMelatonin in COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN may pass into the breast milk. Please consult your doctor before taking COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN if you are a breastfeeding mother.
Driving
unsafeCOENZYME Q10+MELATONIN causes dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or operate machinery in such cases. Please consult your doctor for more information.
Liver
cautionPlease consult your doctor before using COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN if you suffer from liver diseases.
Kidney
cautionPlease consult your doctor before using COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN if you suffer from any kidney impairment/kidney disease.
Children
unsafeCOENZYME Q10+MELATONIN is not recommended for children below 18years as the safety and effectiveness are unknown.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
Maintain proper weight by following a healthy and well-balanced diet.
Exercise regularly and try to avoid stress by practising meditation or yoga.
Include more fruits and vegetables in your diet as they contain antioxidants.
Try sticking to a sleep schedule. Keep your bedtime and wake time consistent. Avoid doing strenuous activity before bedtime.
Practise yoga or meditation as it helps in relieving stress.
Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
Try relaxation therapy. Read a book or listen to soothing music.
Limit consuming caffeinated or carbonated products.
Avoid taking large meals and beverages before bedtime.
Special Advise
Inform your doctor that you are taking COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN if you are undergoing any medical tests.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Insomnia: It is a sleep disorder that causes trouble falling and/or staying asleep. The causes of insomnia are poor sleeping habits, anxiety, depression, illness, lack of exercise, or certain medications. Symptoms of insomnia include difficulty falling and/or staying asleep and not feeling well-rested due to low sleep quality.
Jet lag: It is a sleep disorder that occurs in people who travel across multiple time zones. Jet lag occurs when the circadian rhythm (the body's natural clock) is disrupted due to travelling between different time zones. It is a temporary condition that affects energy and a state of alertness. Jet lag causes sleep disturbances, fatigue, daytime tiredness, irritability, mild mental impairment, and digestive system disturbances after flying.
FAQs
COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN is primarily used to prevent cell damage due to free radicals. It is also helpful in improving sleep quality in insomnia. Insomnia is a sleep disorder that causes trouble falling and/or staying asleep. COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN may also improve heart health, fertility, jet lag, depression, and chronic pain.
COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN contains antioxidants, Coenzyme Q10 and Melatonin. It prevents various diseases by protecting the cells against free radicals or toxins in the body due to pollution, smoking, ultraviolet rays, etc. It improves sleep quality in insomnia. It also has extended uses in heart and vascular functioning, high blood pressure, and chest pain.
COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN should be used with caution in the medical history of liver, heart or kidney diseases. Please let your doctor know if you have any medical problems before starting COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN.
It is advised to take COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN with food to avoid any stomach upset. Please consult your doctor for more information.
Avoid drinking caffeinated products, such as coffee, cola or energy drinks, along with COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN as it may affect the working of COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN. Avoid smoking as the components of tobacco may increase the breakdown of melatonin in the liver.
Please consult your doctor before taking COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN if you have diabetes since melatonin in COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN may cause high blood glucose levels. Regularly monitor your blood sugar levels if you take COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and follow your usual dosage.
COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN contains Coenzyme Q10 (also known as CoQ10 or Ubiquinone) and Melatonin (hormone).
COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN is not recommended for children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness are unknown.
Though COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN is an OTC medication, it should be taken only if recommended by the doctor.
Common side effects of COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN include stomach upset, headache, sleepiness, dizziness, and nausea. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.
It is not known how COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN affects pregnancy. Please consult your doctor before taking COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN if you are pregnant or planning to conceive. Melatonin in COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN may pass into the breast milk. Please consult your doctor before taking COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN if you are a breastfeeding mother.
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Keep out of sight and reach children.
COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN causes dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or operate machinery in such cases.
Before using this medication, you should inform your doctor about your medical history, including any ongoing medicines, to avoid potential interactions and minimize side effects.
Taking more than the recommended dosage does not provide additional pain relief and can increase the risk of adverse effects.
Avoid alcohol consumption while taking COENZYME Q10+MELATONIN as it may cause increased drowsiness.
