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Megasorb CoQ-10 100 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Solgar

Softgel Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Megasorb CoQ-10 100 mg is a dietary supplement by Solgar 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 Megasorb Coenzyme Q-10. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Megasorb CoQ-10 100 mg by Solgar

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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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 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains one active ingredient: Megasorb Coenzyme Q-10 at 100 mg per softgel capsule. CoQ-10 is an antioxidant compound your body makes naturally and uses to support cellular energy production.

The softgel also includes inactive ingredients: rice bran oil, gelatin, vegetable glycerin, soy lecithin, paprika, and titanium dioxide for color.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: heart function and healthy aging support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Aging, Cardiovascular disease (CVD), Congestive heart failure (CHF), Angina, Myocardial infarction (MI), Hypertension — and 4 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Coenzyme Q10 is rated "Possibly Effective" for Congestive heart failure (CHF) (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Coenzyme Q10 is rated "Possibly Effective" for Myocardial infarction (MI).
  • Also on file: Coenzyme Q10 is rated "Possibly Ineffective" for Chemotherapy-related fatigue.

CoQ-10 is likely effective for CoQ-10 deficiency itself. For other uses — fibromyalgia, migraine headache, congestive heart failure (CHF), and diabetic neuropathy — the evidence is rated possibly effective, meaning research suggests a benefit but more rigorous studies are needed to be certain.

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.

CoQ-10 is generally well tolerated by most adults when used as directed. The most common side effects are mild gastrointestinal ones — appetite suppression, diarrhea, stomach discomfort, heartburn, nausea, and vomiting — occurring in less than 1% of people; splitting doses above 100 mg daily may help.

Headache, dizziness, and insomnia have been reported. Skin itching and allergic rash occur rarely.

There is not enough reliable safety data during pregnancy, so it's best to avoid unless your doctor advises otherwise. Safety while breastfeeding has not been well studied; use caution and check with your doctor.

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.

Check with your pharmacist before taking this if you use chemotherapy drugs (Moderate concern), warfarin or other blood thinners (Moderate concern), or blood pressure medications (Minor concern). These interactions are documented in our data.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

CoQ-10 is a good fit if you're deficient or want to try it for migraine, heart function, or nerve pain under your doctor's eye. If you take chemotherapy drugs, warfarin, or blood pressure medications, check with your pharmacist first — this supplement can interfere.

Start with your doctor or pharmacist before adding it to your routine.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Apr 25, 2019.

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 Megasorb CoQ-10 100 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Solgar
Barcode (UPC) 033984009479
Net contents 30 Softgel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Apr 25, 2019
DSLD ID 201096
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), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Megasorb CoQ-10 100 mg by Solgar, 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
033984009479
IngredientAmount% DV
Megasorb Coenzyme Q-10100 mg--

Other ingredients: Rice Bran Oil, Gelatin, Vegetable Glycerin, Soy Lecithin, Paprika, Titanium Dioxide color

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Label statements
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Formula

CoQ-10 levels may be affected by age, exercise and environmental stressors. CoQ-10 promotes heart function and supports healthy aging. This formulation is offered in an oil-based softgel to promote optimal absorption and assimilation.

Contains soy.

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.

Brand IP Statement(s)

2018 Solgar, Inc

Kaneka and KanekaQ10 are registered trademarks of the Kaneka Corporation.

General

SOLGB50635 04E

General Statements

Since 1947

Enhanced absorption

Formulation

Non-GMO Gluten, wheat & dairy free

Free of: Gluten, wheat, dairy, yeast, sugar, sodium, artificial flavor, sweetener and preservatives.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Precautions

Contains soy.

If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications or have any medical condition, please consult your healthcare practitioner before taking any dietary supplement.

Discontinue use and consult your healthcare practitioner if any adverse reactions occur.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if outer bottle seal is missing or damaged.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement for adults, take one (1) softgel up to two times daily, preferably with meals or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

Storage

Store at room temperature.

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Megasorb CoQ-10 100 mg by Solgar label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Megasorb CoQ-10 100 mg by Solgar

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.

Megasorb Coenzyme Q-10

Interacts with
198 drugs
100 mg per serving Form: Ubiquinone

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...

Megasorb Coenzyme Q-10 monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Rice Bran Oil, Gelatin, Vegetable Glycerin, Soy Lecithin, Paprika, Titanium Dioxide color. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Megasorb CoQ-10 100 mg by Solgar Drug Interactions

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198Drugs
26 Moderate 172 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Megasorb CoQ-10 100 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.

Megasorb Coenzyme Q-103 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
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Megasorb CoQ-10 100 mg, from the product label.

Solgar

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Name
Solgar, Inc.
Street Address
500 Willow Tree Road
City
Leonia
State
NJ
ZipCode
07605
Phone Number
1-877-765-4274
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Megasorb CoQ-10 100 mg by Solgar: Common Questions

Does Megasorb CoQ-10 100 mg by Solgar interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Megasorb CoQ-10 100 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?
Megasorb CoQ-10 100 mg contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism 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 is CoQ-10 and what does it do?
CoQ-10 is an antioxidant compound your body makes naturally. It helps your cells produce energy. This product is likely effective if you have a CoQ-10 deficiency, and it's possibly effective for fibromyalgia, migraine, heart failure, and nerve pain from diabetes.
Are there side effects?
CoQ-10 is generally well tolerated. Mild digestive side effects like nausea, diarrhea, or heartburn happen in less than 1% of people. Headache, dizziness, and insomnia have been reported rarely. Splitting doses above 100 mg throughout the day may help with digestion.
Is it safe during pregnancy?
There is not enough reliable safety data during pregnancy, so it's best to avoid unless your doctor advises otherwise. Talk to your doctor before using it if you're pregnant or planning to be.
Is it safe while breastfeeding?
Safety while breastfeeding has not been well studied. Use caution and check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it while nursing.
Does this contain any allergens?
The inactive ingredients include soy lecithin and gelatin. If you're allergic to soy or have gelatin sensitivities, check the label or talk to your pharmacist.
Can I take this if I'm on a blood thinner?
Not without checking first. CoQ-10 may reduce how well warfarin (Coumadin) works. If you take any blood thinner, talk to your pharmacist before starting this supplement.

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Megasorb CoQ-10 100 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.

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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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