Active-Q 100 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Active-Q 100 mg against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.
Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy
Active-Q 100 mg is a dietary supplement by Tishcon Corp. with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for heart health, statin-related muscle aches, migraine prevention.Based on those ingredients, 198 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Ubiquinol. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Active-Q 100 mg by Tishcon Corp.
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What’s inside
Full disclosure
Active-Q contains one active ingredient: ubiquinol, the reduced (or "active") form of coenzyme Q10. CoQ10 is a compound your body makes naturally and stores mainly in your heart, muscles, and liver — it plays a role in energy production in your cells.
The softgel also contains inactive ingredients including medium chain triglycerides, gelatin, glycerin, ascorbyl palmitate, purified water, beeswax, soy lecithin, and annatto suspension.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
Coenzyme Q10 is rated Likely Effective for treating coenzyme Q10 deficiency. It's rated Possibly Effective for fibromyalgia, migraine headache, congestive heart failure, and diabetic neuropathy (nerve damage from diabetes).
The evidence is still developing for these uses, so results can vary from person to person.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Coenzyme Q10 is generally well tolerated by most adults when taken as directed — no serious adverse effects have been reported in clinical studies. The most common side effects are gastrointestinal and occur in less than 1% of people: these include appetite suppression, diarrhea, heartburn, nausea, and vomiting.
Dividing daily doses above 100 mg may help minimize these. Headache, dizziness, and insomnia have been reported in some people.
For pregnancy, there isn't enough reliable safety data, so it's best to avoid it unless your doctor advises otherwise. Safety during breastfeeding hasn't been well studied — check with your doctor before using it if you're nursing.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before you start Active-Q, double-check if you take warfarin (a blood thinner) — coenzyme Q10 may reduce how well it works. If you're on any chemotherapy drugs, especially alkylating agents like cyclophosphamide, talk to your oncologist.
Also mention any blood pressure medications you're taking, since coenzyme Q10 may add to their effect. Use the checker on this page to verify your exact medications.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with clinical evidence supporting its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
Active-Q is a straightforward coenzyme Q10 supplement that may help with CoQ10 deficiency and possibly with migraine, heart failure, or nerve pain from diabetes. If you take warfarin, any chemotherapy, or blood pressure medications, you need to check with your pharmacist first — this product can interact with those.
Otherwise, most people tolerate it well.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 22, 2015.
This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed
General information
Key facts about Active-Q 100 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Tishcon Corp. |
|---|---|
| Net contents | 7 Softgel(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | May 22, 2015 |
| DSLD ID | 45268 |
| Product type | Non-nutrient/non-botanical |
| Supplement form | Softgel Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Active-Q 100 mg by Tishcon Corp., sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Ubiquinol | 100 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Medium Chain Triglycerides, Gelatin, Glycerin, Ascorbyl Palmitate, purified Water, Beeswax, Soy Lecithin, Annatto suspension
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
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Seals/Symbols
BIO Q SORB(R)
+Q(TM) KANEKA QH(TM)
Brand IP Statement(s)
"Coenzyme Q10 For The New Millennium"(R)
Bio-Q-Sorb(R), Active-Q(R) and "Coenzyme Q10 For The New Millennium"(R) are registered trademarks of Tishcon Corp.
Kaneka QH(TM) is a registered trademark of Kaneka Corp.
The use of Ascorbyl Palmitate in the formulation is covered by U.S. Patent No. 6,740,338.
Formula
(Ubiquinol)
Contains soy
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Precautions
Contains soy
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
TAMPER RESISTANT - DO NOT USE IF IMPRINTED SAFETY SEAL UNDER CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: Adults: Take one (1) to two (2) softgels daily with meals as a dietary supplement or as directed by your healthcare professional.
Formulation
Free of: milk and milk by-products, egg and egg by-products, fish and fish by-products, shellfish and shellfish by-products, tree nuts, wheat and wheat by-products, peanuts and peanut by-products.
Storage
Keep bottle tightly closed. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature 15(0)-30(0)C (59(0)-86(0)F).
FDA Disclaimer Statement
The information on this label has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
General Statements
MADE IN THE U.S.A.
General
9964seg 50cc R0113
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Active-Q 100 mg by Tishcon Corp. label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Active-Q 100 mg by Tishcon Corp.
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Softgel(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Amounts shown are per serving.
Ubiquinol
Interacts with198 drugs
CoQ10 is a vitamin-like substance your body makes naturally that helps cells produce energy and acts as an antioxidant. It is generally well tolerated...
Ubiquinol monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Medium Chain Triglycerides, Gelatin, Glycerin, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Purified Water, Beeswax, Soy Lecithin, Annatto suspension. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Active-Q 100 mg by Tishcon Corp. Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Active-Q 100 mg contains ubiquinol (the active form of coenzyme Q10), which interacts with a small number of medication types.
The most serious concern is with warfarin (Coumadin), a blood thinner — coenzyme Q10 may reduce how well warfarin works by thinning your blood less effectively. Four cases of decreased warfarin effectiveness tied to coenzyme Q10 have been reported.
If you take warfarin, you'll need to check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting this product.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Coenzyme Q10 also has a Moderate interaction with certain chemotherapy drugs called alkylating agents (like cyclophosphamide). Because coenzyme Q10 has antioxidant effects, it may theoretically reduce how well these cancer treatments work.
If you're undergoing chemotherapy, definitely run this by your oncologist first.
There's also a Minor interaction with blood pressure medications — coenzyme Q10 may add to their effect and lower your blood pressure further. This isn't usually a serious concern, but it's worth knowing about.
Altogether, these interactions span 196 individual medications. Use the medication checker below to look up your exact drugs before you start.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Active-Q 100 mg interact with 198 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Active-Q 100 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Ubiquinol
FenoldopamCorlopam
How Fenoldopam interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Fenoldopam interactionFosinoprilMonopril
How Fosinopril interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Fosinopril interactionFosinopril, HydrochlorothiazideMonopril HCT
How Fosinopril, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Fosinopril, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionFurosemideLasix
How Furosemide interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Furosemide interactionGuanabenz AcetateWytensin
How Guanabenz Acetate interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Guanabenz Acetate interactionGuanadrel SulfateHylorel
How Guanadrel Sulfate interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Guanadrel Sulfate interactionGuanethidine MonosulfateIsimil, Ismelin
How Guanethidine Monosulfate interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Guanethidine Monosulfate interactionGuanethidine, HydrochlorothiazideEsimil
How Guanethidine, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Guanethidine, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionGuanfacineTenex
How Guanfacine interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Guanfacine interactionHydralazineApresoline, Apresoline Injection, Dralzine, Hydralazine, Hylazin
How Hydralazine interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Hydralazine interactionHydralazine, HydrochlorothiazideApresazide, Apresoline-Esidrix
How Hydralazine, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Hydralazine, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionHydralazine, Hydrochlorothiazide, ReserpineSer-Ap-Es, Unipres, Uniserp
How Hydralazine, Hydrochlorothiazide, Reserpine interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Hydralazine, Hydrochlorothiazide, Reserpine interactionHydralazine, ReserpineSerpasil-Apresoline1, Serpasil-Apresoline2
How Hydralazine, Reserpine interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Hydralazine, Reserpine interactionHydrochlorothiazideAquazide, Aquazide H, Esidrix, HCTZ, Hydro, Hydro-D +3 more
How Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Hydrochlorothiazide interactionHydrochlorothiazide, IrbesartanAvalide
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Irbesartan interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Hydrochlorothiazide, Irbesartan interactionHydrochlorothiazide, LabetalolTrandate HCT
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Labetalol interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Hydrochlorothiazide, Labetalol interactionHydrochlorothiazide, LisinoprilPrinzide, Zestoretic
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Lisinopril interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Hydrochlorothiazide, Lisinopril interactionHydrochlorothiazide, Losartan PotassiumHyzaar
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Losartan Potassium interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Hydrochlorothiazide, Losartan Potassium interactionHydrochlorothiazide, MethyldopaAldoril 15, Aldoril 25, Aldoril D30, Methazide
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Methyldopa interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Hydrochlorothiazide, Methyldopa interactionHydrochlorothiazide, MetoprololLopressor HCT
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Metoprolol interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Hydrochlorothiazide, Metoprolol interactionHydrochlorothiazide, MoexiprilUniretic
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Moexipril interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Hydrochlorothiazide, Moexipril interactionHydrochlorothiazide, PindololViskazide
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Pindolol interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Hydrochlorothiazide, Pindolol interactionHydrochlorothiazide, PropranololInderide
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Propranolol interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Hydrochlorothiazide, Propranolol interactionHydrochlorothiazide, QuinaprilAccuretic
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Quinapril interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Hydrochlorothiazide, Quinapril interactionHydrochlorothiazide, ReserpineHydropres, Serpasil-Esidrix, Serpasil-Esidrix #1, Serpasil-Esidrix #2
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Reserpine interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Hydrochlorothiazide, Reserpine interactionHydrochlorothiazide, SpironolactoneAldactazide, Aldactide 25, Aldactide 50, Spirozine
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Spironolactone interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Hydrochlorothiazide, Spironolactone interactionHydrochlorothiazide, TimololTimolide
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Timolol interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Hydrochlorothiazide, Timolol interactionHydrochlorothiazide, TriamtereneDyazide, Maxzide, Maxzide-25, Triamzide, Triazide
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Triamterene interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Hydrochlorothiazide, Triamterene interactionHydrochlorothiazide, ValsartanDiovan HCT
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Valsartan interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Hydrochlorothiazide, Valsartan interactionHydroflumethiazideSaluron
How Hydroflumethiazide interacts with Active-Q 100 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
UbiquinolAntihypertensive Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Ubiquinol + Hydroflumethiazide interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Active-Q 100 mg with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Ubiquinol
Alkylating Agents
Coenzyme Q10 has antioxidant effects. Theoretically, this may reduce the activity of chemotherapy drugs that generate free radicals.
Theoretically, antioxidants such as coenzyme Q10 might protect tumor cells from chemotherapeutic agents that work by inducing oxidative stress, such as alkylating agents (e.g., cyclophosphamide) and radiation therapy. The clinical importance of this interaction is unknown.
Warfarin (Coumadin)
Coenzyme Q10 is chemically similar to menaquinone and might have vitamin K-like procoagulant effects, which could decrease the effects of warfarin.
Concomitant use of coenzyme Q10 and warfarin might reduce the anticoagulant effects of warfarin. Four cases of decreased warfarin efficacy thought to be due to coenzyme Q10 have been reported. However, there is some preliminary clinical research that suggests coenzyme Q10 might not significantly decrease the effects of warfarin in patients who have a stable INR.
Antihypertensive Drugs
Theoretically, coenzyme Q10 might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Some clinical research shows that coenzyme Q10 can significantly lower blood pressure, although other studies have shown conflicting results.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Active-Q 100 mg, from the product label.
Tishcon Corp.
See all Tishcon Corp. products- Name
- Gel-Tec, Division of Tishcon Corp.
- Street Address
- 30 New York Avenue
- City
- Westbury
- State
- NY
- ZipCode
- 11590
- Web Address
- www.vitasearch.com
Active-Q 100 mg by Tishcon Corp.: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Active-Q 100 mg’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Active-Q 100 mg's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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The 40 references behind this product’s interaction data
Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.
Coenzyme Q10 40 references
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