Pharmacist Richard Harkness answers a reader's question about whether the vitamin-like supplement CoQ10 (coenzyme Q10) can prevent the muscle problems linked to taking statins. Harkness discusses the myths and facts about the connection between CoQ10 and statin-related myopathy, including reviews of recent studies. He also gives advice on taking the supplement if patients wish to do so.
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