Coenzyme Q10

Also known as ubiquinone, ubiquinol, and CoQ.

CoQ10 is a vitamin-like substance produced by the human body. Q10 levels decrease with age and are often low in people with cancer.

CoQ10: could it have a role in cancer management? {ref}

Improved Survival in Patients with Endstage Cancer Treated with Coenzyme Q10 and Other Antioxidants: a Pilot Study {ref}

Reduces lactic acid

Caution:  Dietary Supplement Use During Chemotherapy and Survival Outcomes of Patients With Breast Cancer Enrolled in a Cooperative Group Clinical Trial (SWOG S0221) {ref}

Synergy

• β-glucan + CoQ10 {ref}
• Tamoxifen + Co-enzyme Q10, riboflavin and niacin supplementation on alteration of DNA repair enzyme and DNA methylation in breast cancer patients undergoing tamoxifen therapy {ref}