Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is a fat-soluble compound found in virtually every cell in the body, with the highest concentrations in the heart, liver, and kidneys. Probiotic.ie stocks two CoQ10 100mg softgel products in Ireland — both suspended in olive oil for optimal absorption, and both regulated as food supplements by the FSAI.
What is CoQ10?
CoQ10 (coenzyme Q10, ubiquinone) is a vitamin-like compound central to mitochondrial energy production (ATP synthesis) and a fat-soluble antioxidant. Endogenous levels decline with age and are further reduced by statin therapy (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors). The most common supplemental dose studied in clinical trials is 100mg per day, taken with a fat-containing meal. In Ireland, CoQ10 is regulated as a food supplement by the FSAI — it is not a medicine.
100mg per Softgel
Olive Oil Base
Ubiquinone Form
FSAI-Regulated
Nationwide Ireland Delivery
Free Over €75
Not a Medicine
What to know before you buy CoQ10 in Ireland
🫒 Take with food — it matters
CoQ10 is fat-soluble. Absorption is significantly higher when taken with a fat-containing meal. CoQ10 supplements suspended in olive oil provide a head start — but a meal with dietary fat improves uptake further.
💊 Ubiquinone vs ubiquinol
Ubiquinone is the oxidised form and the most extensively studied in clinical trials. The body converts it to the active ubiquinol form enzymatically. In oil-based softgels, bioavailability is comparable to ubiquinol for most adults.
💊 Statins and CoQ10
Statins block the mevalonate pathway, which is required for both cholesterol and CoQ10 synthesis. This reduces endogenous CoQ10 levels in statin users. Always consult your GP or pharmacist before taking CoQ10 alongside any prescription medication.
⏱ How long to take it
Clinical trials assessing statin-related muscle symptoms have used 30-day endpoints. General population and cardiac studies typically run 8–12 weeks. Fertility parameter studies run 3–6 months. Consistent daily dosing is required.
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CoQ10 Evidence Guide — Ireland
What the research shows on dosage, ubiquinone vs ubiquinol, statin interactions, benefits for women and men, and side effects.
Read the Guide
ℹ Regulatory Information (Ireland)
CoQ10 is regulated as a food supplement in Ireland by the FSAI (Food Safety Authority of Ireland) under SI 506 of 2007 and the Food Supplements Regulations 2022. It is not regulated as a medicine by the HPRA. No health claims for CoQ10 are currently authorised under EC Regulation 1924/2006 as applied in Ireland. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
⚠ Interactions — Consult Your GP
If you take warfarin (anticoagulant), antihypertensive medication, or statins, consult your GP or pharmacist before use. CoQ10 may interact with warfarin and may have additive blood pressure-lowering effects. Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding without medical advice.
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Food Supplement Advisory: CoQ10 is a food supplement regulated in Ireland under FSAI guidelines. It is not a medicine and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. Do not exceed the stated recommended daily dose. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication, or have an underlying health condition, consult your GP or pharmacist before use. Probiotic.ie is an Irish-owned specialist supplement retailer operating since 2019.
