Co q10 enzyme.has it helped kidney function?

[Peri5]

I just wanted to ask if anyone is taking co q10 enzyme.iv read that it is helpful for maintaining kidney function.is it well tolerated?iv heard it can cause insomnia if taken at 100mg or more..is there any adverse effects.?is it better to start at a low dose?im thinking of speaking with my doctor too..thank you..

[Mysticlad]

I take 200mg a day and never noticed insomnia. It is great if you are on any statin and it helps keep your circulatory system in order lowering BP. The studies for kidney patients seem to all have beneficial results/

[Peri5 in reply to Mysticlad]

Thank you for your reply.i did read the same about this supplement.its good to hear that it is suiting you and no side effects.do you take it for bp control?.i do get tired at times due to my gfr being so low,egrf is 16.iv heard it can give you a bit more energy as well as help the kidney.im also focussing on my diet.i don't eat any foods that contain co q10..thought I'll look into it.im probably lacking in a lot of nutrients due to my current diet.its finding a balance which is tricky at times..

[Sally10255]

Hi, I have no idea about what you asked. My kidney doctor and I both feel it isn’t necessary to put more things in that kidneys have to filter. I stopped all vitamins, no protein drinks, etc. He says he does a green drink in morning, but all veggies, and a vitamin D.

[Peri5 in reply to Sally10255]

Hi..thanks for your input.its true about the less you put in.less pressure on kidney. as my function is decreasing I'm trying to give myself a helping hand.i will ask my doctor too on his opinion before starting.im eating veggies,salads.does get hard though with diet.restrictive..

[Kamel]

81% Positive Response to Coenzyme Q10 Treatment for Chronic Kidney Failure

[Peri5 in reply to Kamel]

Hi..iv read the same..quite high statistics..

[Hidden in reply to Kamel]

Who ran the survey and who paid for the survey?

[Peri5 in reply to Hidden]

HI Mr Kidney

It's rejuvenation-science.com.there are alot of articles with regards to this supplement.i am rather cautious.you're opinion would be greatly valued..thank you.

[Hidden]

The link you provided is an online store that sells this product. In my opinion, they are not likely to offer a product for sale that they couldn't promote in some positive way. That would be counter-productive. That being said I did some further research and found an interesting article from The Mayo Clinic. For those that aren't familiar The Mayo Clinic is a world-renowned facility for health issues, especially those with CKD.

As you read the article, please note two important things. Number 1, it never mentions any benefits to someone with CKD. Number 2, as with many supplements it suggests that you not take it without first consulting with your physician(s).

Hope this helps.

mayoclinic.org/drugs-supple...

[Peri5]

Thank you very much for looking into this.it helps a lot.i shall always refer to my doctor.better to be careful..i did think after reading the report it was too good to be true..