rct
    2015
    High Quality

    A randomized trial of coenzyme Q10 in patients with confirmed statin myopathy

    Taylor BA, Lorson L, White CM

    Published in Atherosclerosis

    Methodology

    Double-blind randomised crossover trial of CoQ10 600 mg/day in patients with confirmed statin-associated muscle pain.

    Key Findings

    CoQ10 did not reduce muscle pain severity or interference compared with placebo.

    Conclusions

    CoQ10 does not relieve confirmed statin-related muscle aches.

    Limitations

    Small sample; only confirmed myalgia patients; single dose regimen.

    Supplements Studied

    CoQ10
    Compound

    CoQ10 did not reduce muscle pain severity in confirmed statin myopathy.

    Outcomes Measured

    CoQ10 Synthesis Support

    CoQ10 did not reduce muscle pain severity or interference compared with placebo.

    Post-Exercise Soreness Reduction

    CoQ10 did not reduce statin-associated muscle pain versus placebo.

    Related Health Concerns

    Body Aches

    Study Details

    Year:2015
    Sample Size:41
    Quality Score:8/10

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