Statins lower bad cholesterol in your body. They include such common generic drugs as atorvastatin and simvastatin. CoQ10 supplements help replace the naturally enzymes that occur in your body. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has not approved CoQ10 as a supplement, but some people used it to treat heart failure, diabetes type 2 and gum disease. Talk with your doctor before trying any new supplement.
Soreness in Muscles
Statins may induce soreness in your muscles, MayoClinic.com reports. This pain may take the form of cramps or spasms in your muscles. Although muscle soreness does not classify as a serious side effect, report it to your doctor if it does not go away on its own, or if it feels severe.
Constipation
Constipation may occur when you take statin formulated medications such as simvastatin, Drugs.com reports. There may be difficulty in producing a bowel movement and you may find it uncomfortable, straining to cause the bowel movement to occur. Seek the help from your doctor to help stop this side effect from re-occurring. Increase your intake of fluids as well as fiber-type foods in your diet to help. Foods such as salads with lettuce, and whole grain breads help increase fiber in your diet.
Nausea and Indigestion
You may feel queasiness in your stomach when you begin this new medication such as a statin, Drugs.com relates. It may take a few days for your body to adjust to this new medication. If this side effect continues, talk to your physician for guidance. Indigestion may occur as a non-serious side effect of statin medications, Drugs.com indicates. You may feel uncomfortable after eating food and may feel sick. You also may feel pain in your stomach from taking statins, which may require medical assistance if it feels severe or lingers.
Headaches
You may experience headache pain as an adverse side effect of taking the enzyme supplement CoQ10, Drugs.com reports. Your head may hurt and it may go away on its own. If it continues, consult a doctor.
Loss of Appetite
Taking CoQ10 may cause you to lose your appetite. You may not want to eat your usual choice of foods. Call your doctor if the feeling caused by this side effect persists.
Combination Side Effects
There are no known interactions between these two medications and supplements, Drugs.com relates. As always, check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any supplements with prescribed medications because side effects or interactions remain possible. Medical science may not have conducted interaction clinical studies showing side effects of combining statins with CoQ10, but still side effects may exist.
