Kaneka Ubiquinol™ (Reduced Coenzyme Q10)

Kaneka Ubiquinol™ is the reduced, active form of Coenzyme Q10 from Kaneka, the body's preferred form for antioxidant action. Because aging and some conditions reduce the body's ability to convert ordinary CoQ10 (ubiquinone) to ubiquinol, the pre-reduced form is marketed for better uptake, supporting cellular energy, he…

Kaneka Ubiquinol is researched primarily for Energy, Cardiovascular, and Fertility. Ubiquinol is essential to the mitochondrial chain that produces cellular energy, supporting tissues with high energy demands such as the heart and muscles.

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.

For most healthy adults, Kaneka Ubiquinol is well tolerated at studied doses. Reported effects can include: Generally well-tolerated — CoQ10 and ubiquinol are very safe. Mild digestive upset or insomnia if taken late is occasionally reported. It may also interact with some medications. Kaneka Ubiquinol 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.

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.

NutraSmarts rates the evidence for Kaneka Ubiquinol 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.