Vascorac-Q Softgel Capsule
Product Info
| Prescription required | No |
| Marketer | Vitalae Healthcare |
| Active Ingredient | Coenzyme Q10 (100mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Benzoquinone Derivative |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS |
| Action Class | Antioxidant |
| User Rating | 4.4 |
| User Reviews | 724 |
FAQ
Is Vascorac-Q bad for the liver?
Vascorac-Q may cause an increase in liver enzymes. Therefore, if you have liver disease, inform your doctor before you start taking this medicine. Other common side effects of Vascorac-Q include sleeplessness, rashes, nausea, upper abdominal pain, dizziness, sensitivity to light, irritability, headaches, heartburn, and fatigue.
Can I take Vascorac-Q with statins at the same time?
Yes, you can take statins and Vascorac-Q together. Statins stop the production of cholesterol in the body. Since Coenzyme Q10 is formed via the same pathway as cholesterol, the levels of Coenzyme Q10 may decrease during treatment with statins. Therefore, taking Vascorac-Q may help replenish the levels of Coenzyme Q10 while taking statins.
Is Vascorac-Q good for weight loss?
Yes, Vascorac-Q may cause a decrease in fat cells (adipose tissue) and an increase in the number of good fatty cells (brown adipose tissue). This may cause weight loss, thereby helping in obesity. However, you should take Vascorac-Q for weight loss only if advised by your doctor.
Who should take Vascorac-Q?
You should take Vascorac-Q only if doctor has advised you. Vascorac-Q has a beneficial role when taken with other medicines in patients with heart failure, angina, high blood pressure, Parkinson’s disease, and migraine. It may also be advised in patients with Coenzyme Q10 deficiency, HIV/AIDS or in patients taking adriamycin. Vascorac-Q is an additional therapy to the prescribed treatment. Do not substitute Vascorac-Q for actual treatment required for these particular diseases.
Can I take Vascorac-Q with high blood pressure medication?
It has been shown that taking Vascorac-Q along with blood pressure-lowering medicines can lower blood pressure more effectively. However, it should be taken with these medicines only if advised by the doctor. Some blood pressure-lowering medicines may interfere with the working of Vascorac-Q. This medicine should not be used with hydralazine, clonidine, and hydrochlorothiazide.
Can Vascorac-Q cause sleeplessness?
Yes, Vascorac-Q may cause sleeplessness, however, it does not affect everyone. Consult your doctor if you have difficulty sleeping after taking Vascorac-Q.
What are the health benefits of Vascorac-Q?
Vascorac-Q contains Coenzyme Q10 which is a vitamin-like substance that is important for life and health of every cell. It is required by the cells of the body to function properly and produce energy. It also helps to fight oxidative stress. Maximum concentrations of it are found in the heart, liver, kidney, and pancreas and lowest concentration in the lungs. It is an antioxidant and has an ability to stimulate the immune system. It also beneficial for the health of the heart.
Vascorac-Q Softgel Capsule Reviews
Vascorac-Q is a medicine used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies. It has good antioxidant properties and a number of other health benefits.
Vascorac-Q should be taken along with food. Take it regularly and at a fixed time each day to get maximum benefit from it. Inform your doctor before taking the medicine if you have any other medical conditions or are taking any other medications.
Using of Vascorac-Q may cause few side effects such as nausea, loss of appetite, diarrhea, and heartburn. Let your doctor know if they persist or get worse. They may be able to suggest ways to reduce or treat them.
Before starting the medicine, inform your doctor if you are suffering from any liver diseases. It is important for patients with history of high blood pressure to monitor their blood pressure regularly while taking this medicine.
Vascorac-Q should be taken along with food. Take it regularly and at a fixed time each day to get maximum benefit from it. Inform your doctor before taking the medicine if you have any other medical conditions or are taking any other medications.
Using of Vascorac-Q may cause few side effects such as nausea, loss of appetite, diarrhea, and heartburn. Let your doctor know if they persist or get worse. They may be able to suggest ways to reduce or treat them.
Before starting the medicine, inform your doctor if you are suffering from any liver diseases. It is important for patients with history of high blood pressure to monitor their blood pressure regularly while taking this medicine.
How Vascorac-Q Softgel Capsule Works
Vascorac-Q is a vitamin-like substance that provides essential nutrients.
How to Use Vascorac-Q Softgel Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Vascorac-Q is to be taken with food.
Benefits of Vascorac-Q Softgel Capsule
- In Treatment of Nutritional deficiencies: Vascorac-Q is a nutritional supplement that is used with other medicines in the treatment of many long term diseases. It helps in boosting body energy levels and speedy recovery. It has antioxidants that reduce the harmful effects of problems related to the heart, liver or muscles. However, consult your doctor before taking it to get maximum benefit.
Uses of Vascorac-Q Softgel Capsule
- Treatment of Nutritional deficiencies
Vascorac-Q Softgel Capsule Side Effects
Safety Tips
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Vascorac-Q in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Vascorac-Q is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Vascorac-Q should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
UNSAFE
Vascorac-Q may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Liver
CAUTION
Vascorac-Q should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Vascorac-Q may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Vascorac-Q. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- Avoid smoking as it depletes the level of coenzyme Q10 in the body.
- Closely monitor your blood sugar level if you are diabetic.
- Always consult your doctor before taking Vascorac-Q as a nutritional supplement.
- Be cautious while taking Vascorac-Q if you have any liver problems.
- Vascorac-Q is prescribed to treat nutritional deficiencies caused by low level of coenzyme Q10 in the body.
- It also might lower blood pressure, so monitor your blood pressure carefully.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any medications for high blood pressure or undergoing chemotherapy.
References
- Drugs.com. Coenzyme Q10.
- Dennehy CE, Tsourounis CT. Dietary Supplements & Herbal Medications. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 1122-23.