Statin drugs have become very popular and are being widely prescribed to lower high blood cholesterol. There is one unfortunate consequence of taking statin drugs: the unintentional blockage of the synthesis of Co Q10 in the body.

If you’re taking statin drugs (such as Lipitor™, Crestor™, or Zocor™) to lower cholesterol, you should also consider taking the supplement coenzyme Q-10, (Co Q-10). This anti-oxidant is essential to energy production within the heart and the rest of the body. For those, taking these statin drugs, the most commonly recommended dosage is to take 100 mg of Co Q-10 each day. Because this coenzyme improves blood flow and helps prevent the oxidation of LDL cholesterol, it’s important for overall heart protection (50 to 100 mg is wise for anyone with high cholesterol). If you’re taking a blood thinner such as Coumadin, talk with your healthcare provider before starting Co Q-10. Also note that all Co Q-10’s are manufactured synthetically, therefore there is a large range in quality of this product. Make sure you are purchasing a the top quality pharmaceutical grade - the only form used in OneLifeUSA’s CoQ-10 formula.