All-Q® (Bioavailable Coenzyme Q10)

Evidence Level
Moderate
1 Clinical Trial
3 Documented Benefits
3/5 Evidence Score

All-Q® is a tablet-grade, highly bioavailable formulation of Coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone), a vitamin-like compound that every cell uses to produce energy and that also acts as a fat-soluble antioxidant. Because plain CoQ10 absorbs poorly, the All-Q formulation was developed for better uptake, demonstrated in a human bioavailability study.

Studied Dose Typically 100 to 200 mg per day.
Active Compound Coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone) in a bioavailability-enhanced tablet-grade formulation.

Benefits

Improved CoQ10 absorption

In a human study, the All-Q formulation delivered CoQ10 to the bloodstream as well as a reference high-bioavailability product, addressing CoQ10's main weakness of poor absorption.

Cellular energy

CoQ10 is essential for the mitochondrial electron transport chain that produces cellular energy, supporting tissues with high energy demands such as the heart.

Antioxidant and heart support

As a fat-soluble antioxidant, CoQ10 protects cell membranes and is studied for supporting cardiovascular health and easing statin-related muscle complaints.

Mechanism of action

1

Mitochondrial electron transport

CoQ10 shuttles electrons within the mitochondrial chain that generates ATP, the cell's energy currency.

2

Membrane antioxidant

In its reduced form, CoQ10 neutralizes free radicals in cell membranes and helps regenerate vitamin E.

Clinical trials

1
All-Q CoQ10 Bioavailability — Human Study
PubMed

Human bioequivalence study of the all-Q tablet-grade Coenzyme Q10 formulation versus a reference product. (Ullmann et al. 2005, Journal of Medicinal Food)

Healthy adults.

The all-Q formulation was bioequivalent to a reference high-bioavailability CoQ10, confirming good absorption from the tablet-grade form.

Side effects and drug interactions

Common Potential side effects

Generally well-tolerated — CoQ10 is very safe.
Mild digestive upset or insomnia if taken late is occasionally reported.
Take with a fat-containing meal for absorption.

Important Drug interactions

Warfarin — CoQ10 may slightly reduce its effect; monitor INR.
Blood pressure medication — possible mild additive lowering.
Statins — CoQ10 is often used to offset statin-related muscle symptoms.

Frequently asked questions about All-Q® (Bioavailable Coenzyme Q10)

What is All-Q?

All-Q® is a tablet-grade, highly bioavailable formulation of Coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone), a vitamin-like compound that every cell uses to produce energy and that also acts as a fat-soluble antioxidant.

What is All-Q used for?

All-Q is researched primarily for Energy and Cardiovascular. In a human study, the All-Q formulation delivered CoQ10 to the bloodstream as well as a reference high-bioavailability product, addressing CoQ10's main weakness of poor absorption.

What is the recommended dosage of All-Q?

The clinically studied dose is Typically 100 to 200 mg per day. Always follow the product label and check with a healthcare provider for personal advice.

Is All-Q safe, and does it have side effects?

For most healthy adults, All-Q is well tolerated at studied doses. Reported effects can include: Generally well-tolerated — CoQ10 is very safe. Mild digestive upset or insomnia if taken late is occasionally reported. It may also interact with some medications. All-Q is not right for everyone, so check with a healthcare provider first if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a medical condition, or take prescription medication.

Does All-Q interact with any medications?

Possible interactions include: Warfarin — CoQ10 may slightly reduce its effect; monitor INR. Blood pressure medication — possible mild additive lowering. If you take prescription medication, check with a pharmacist or doctor before using it.

How strong is the scientific evidence for All-Q?

NutraSmarts rates the evidence for All-Q as Moderate (3 out of 5). It is backed by 1 clinical trial and 1 cited reference summarized on this page. A higher rating reflects more, larger, and better-designed human studies.

References(1 citations)

Evidence ratings on NutraSmarts are based on the totality of human clinical research, with emphasis on randomized controlled trials, meta-analyses, and systematic reviews. The references below directly support claims made throughout this page.

  1. Ullmann U, Metzner J, Schulz C, et al. A new Coenzyme Q10 tablet-grade formulation (all-Q) is bioequivalent to Q-Gel and both have better bioavailability properties than Q-SorB. J Med Food. 2005;8(3):397-9..PubMedUsed to support: Human study confirming CoQ10 bioavailability of the formulation.