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Highly-Absorbable CoQ10 (Ubiquinone) With D-Limonene 100 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

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Highly-Absorbable CoQ10 (Ubiquinone) With D-Limonene 100 mg label
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Softgel Capsule Category: Other Combinations
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Oct 7, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
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First and foremost: checking Highly-Absorbable CoQ10 (Ubiquinone) With D-Limonene 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

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Highly-Absorbable CoQ10 (Ubiquinone) With D-Limonene 100 mg is a dietary supplement by Life Extension with 2 active ingredients. 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 Ubiquinone. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Highly-Absorbable CoQ10 (Ubiquinone) With D-Limonene 100 mg by Life Extension

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 2 of its 2 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This softgel contains 2 active ingredients: ubiquinone (the oxidized form of CoQ10, a compound your cells use for energy) and cold-pressed orange oil. CoQ10 is an antioxidant your body naturally makes, but levels can drop with age or certain medications.

The orange oil is included to enhance how well your body absorbs the CoQ10. The capsule also contains several inactive ingredients—ethyl oleate, polysorbate 80, gelatin, glycerin, purified water, vitamin E (D-alpha-tocopherol), and rosemary extract—that serve as carriers and preservatives.

Does it work?

Strong evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded Coenzyme Q10's overall clinical evidence instead.

Strong

Strong clinical evidence supports Coenzyme Q10 for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Coenzyme Q10 deficiency — rated "Likely Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Migraine headache — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Congestive heart failure (CHF) — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Diabetic neuropathy — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Fibromyalgia — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

CoQ10 is likely effective for correcting CoQ10 deficiency itself. For other uses, the evidence is more mixed: it's possibly effective for fibromyalgia, migraine headaches, congestive heart failure, and diabetic neuropathy (nerve damage from diabetes), but the research isn't conclusive.

Talk with your doctor about whether CoQ10 makes sense for your particular situation.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Coenzyme Q10

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

CoQ10 is generally well tolerated when taken as directed. The most common side effects are gastrointestinal—appetite suppression, diarrhea, heartburn, nausea, and vomiting—though these occur in less than 1% of people taking it.

Headache, dizziness, and insomnia have also been reported. If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, there isn't enough reliable safety data, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Coenzyme Q10

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Coenzyme Q10.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 198 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Before taking this product, check with your doctor or pharmacist if you're on chemotherapy (particularly alkylating agents like cyclophosphamide), blood thinners such as warfarin, or blood-pressure medications. These are the main medication types where CoQ10 poses documented concerns.

We couldn't check the orange oil component for interactions.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with strong clinical evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

CoQ10 is a reasonable choice if you have a documented deficiency or want to explore its possible benefits for heart, migraine, or nerve health—but it's not right for everyone. If you take blood thinners like warfarin, chemotherapy, or blood-pressure medications, you need to run this by your doctor or pharmacist first.

Same goes if you're pregnant or breastfeeding. Check the medication tool on this page with your exact drugs before you start.

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Assessment coverage: 1 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jul 25, 2018.

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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Highly-Absorbable CoQ10 (Ubiquinone) With D-Limonene 100 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Life Extension
Barcode (UPC) 737870126034
Net contents 30 Softgel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 25, 2018
DSLD ID 179252
Product type Other Combinations
Supplement form Softgel Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Highly-Absorbable CoQ10 (Ubiquinone) With D-Limonene 100 mg by Life Extension, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1 Softgel(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Softgel(s)
UPC/BARCODE
737870126034
IngredientAmount% DV
Ubiquinone100 mg--
cold-pressed Orange oil111 mg--

Other ingredients: Ethyl Oleate, Polysorbate 80, Gelatin, Glycerin, purified Water, D-Alpha-Tocopherol, Rosemary extract

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Ubiquinone CoQ10 uses a patent-pending system designed to work with body heat and intestinal pH to enhance absorption of fat-soluble nutrients. When activated by ingestion, the Ubiquinone CoQ10 oil droplets are released to form a uniform and soluble emulsion with gastric fluids.

Refrigeration of this product may result in temporary discoloration (crystallization) in some softgels. However, such temporary crystallization is normal and does not affect product quality or performance, and will reverse with warming.

Promotes cardiovascular health

General

Q01260A

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Read the entire label and follow the directions carefully prior to use. Directions: Take one (1) softgel daily with food, or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner.

Storage

Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place.

Precautions

Warnings: Keep out of reach of children.

Do not exceed recommended dose. Do not purchase if outer seal is broken or damaged.

When using nutritional supplements, please consult with your physician if you are undergoing treatment for a medical condition or if you are pregnant or lactating.

To report a serious adverse event or obtain product information, contact 1-866-280-2852.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Formula

Kaneka Q10

Brand IP Statement(s)

Kaneka Q10 is a registered trademark of Kaneka Corporation.

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Highly-Absorbable CoQ10 (Ubiquinone) With D-Limonene 100 mg by Life Extension

These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Softgel(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Amounts shown are per serving.

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Ubiquinone

Interacts with
198 drugs
100 mg per serving

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...

Ubiquinone monograph & interactions

Cold-pressed Orange oil

111 mg per serving Form: D-Limonene

Other (inactive) ingredients: Ethyl Oleate, Polysorbate 80, Gelatin, Glycerin, Purified Water, D-Alpha-Tocopherol, Rosemary extract. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Highly-Absorbable CoQ10 (Ubiquinone) With D-Limonene 100 mg by Life Extension Drug Interactions

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198Drugs
26 Moderate 172 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Ubiquinone 198

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Highly-Absorbable CoQ10 (Ubiquinone) With D-Limonene 100 mg interact with 198 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 2 ingredients in Highly-Absorbable CoQ10 (Ubiquinone) With D-Limonene 100 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Ubiquinone

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Highly-Absorbable CoQ10 (Ubiquinone) With D-Limonene 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.

Ubiquinone3 drug types · 198 drugs

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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Ubiquinone full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Highly-Absorbable CoQ10 (Ubiquinone) With D-Limonene 100 mg, from the product label.

Life Extension

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Name
Quality Supplements and Vitamins, Inc.
City
Ft. Lauderdale
State
Florida
ZipCode
33309
Phone Number
1-866-280-2852
Web Address
www.lef.org
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Highly-Absorbable CoQ10 (Ubiquinone) With D-Limonene 100 mg by Life Extension: Common Questions

Does Highly-Absorbable CoQ10 (Ubiquinone) With D-Limonene 100 mg by Life Extension interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Highly-Absorbable CoQ10 (Ubiquinone) With D-Limonene 100 mg has a known interaction with 198 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Highly-Absorbable CoQ10 (Ubiquinone) With D-Limonene 100 mg contains 2 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
What's the difference between ubiquinone and ubiquinol?
This product contains ubiquinone, which is the oxidized form of CoQ10—your body converts it to the reduced form (ubiquinol) for use in cells. Both forms work; ubiquinone is a common and stable choice.
Can I take this if I'm on warfarin?
Not without checking first. CoQ10 may reduce warfarin's blood-thinning effect, and that's a safety issue. Your doctor or pharmacist needs to review this specific combination before you start.
What does the orange oil do?
The cold-pressed orange oil is included to help your body absorb the CoQ10 more effectively. We don't have interaction data for this oil, so mention it to your pharmacist if you have questions about it specifically.
Is this safe to take while breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety data on CoQ10 during breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you in this situation.
Will this lower my blood pressure?
CoQ10 may have modest blood-pressure-lowering effects in some people, though study results have been mixed. If you're already on blood-pressure medication, this matters—check with your doctor or pharmacist first.
What side effects might I notice?
Most people tolerate it well. The most common side effects are mild gastrointestinal ones—nausea, heartburn, or diarrhea—occurring in less than 1% of users. Headache, dizziness, or insomnia have also been reported.

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Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Herb & supplement monograph

Coenzyme Q10

Interacts with 198 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 and is most studied for heart condition...

Read the full Coenzyme Q10 monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Highly-Absorbable CoQ10 (Ubiquinone) With D-Limonene 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.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

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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See these in context on the Coenzyme Q10 monograph →

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