CoQ10 Deficiency

The increased number of statin prescriptions, such as prescriptions for Crestor, has grown to a level of alarm. With ever-higher statin potencies and dosages, and with a steadily shrinking target LDL cholesterol, the prevalence and severity of CoQ10 deficiency is increasing. CoQ10 is a fat-soluble antioxidant, and the only fat-soluble antioxidant that is known to be synthesized, or created, inside the bloodstream. CoQ10 is found in normal diets, predominantly in organ meats, and is synthesized in all human cells, with a person's peak capabilities to manufacture CoQ10 occurring in the late teens and early twenties. After the age of 30 a gradual decline in blood and tissue CoQ10 levels begins, and we are less able to create more CoQ10.

Statin-induced CoQ10 depletion has been documented in animal studies and is believed to have disturbing clinical consequences, especially in the elderly and patients with a history of congestive heart failure. If you or someone you love has been injured while taking a statin drug, consider the counsel of a personal injury law firm with experience in dealing with dangerous drug cases. Contact us now to discuss your options and whether or not you may be eligible for compensation for your injuries.

Source:

Peter H. Langsjoen, M.D., F.A.C.C., "The clinical use of HMG CoA-reductase inhibitors (statins) and the associated depletion of the essential co-factor coenzyme Q10; a review of pertinent human and animal data," http://www.fda.gov/ohrms/dockets/dailys/02/May02/052802/02p-0243-cp00001-02-Exhibit_A-vol1.pdf