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Cholesterol-Lowering Medications and CoQ10
Atorvastatin bound to HMG-CoA reductase
CoQ10 deficiency may be related to certain conditions such as congestive heart failure; angina; acute myocardial infarction and high blood pressure. In addition, CoQ10 depletion may contribute to aging and compromise immune function.
Statins lower levels of coenzyme Q10 by inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase, the enzyme involved in the production of mevalonate, the precursor of CoQ10.
Customers taking a statin should also consider the benefits associated with daily consumption of Co Q10.
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