Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions for COQ LC TAB and its Constituents
- 6 Common Side-Effects
- 7 Serious Side-Effects
- 8 Rare Side-Effects
- 9 Technical Classification
- 10 Prescription Statistics
- 10.1 How Frequently is it taken?
- 10.2 How long was it prescribed?
- 10.3 What is the break-up across patient age-group?
- 10.4 What is the gender-breakup across patients?
- 10.5 What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?
- 10.6 Most common Medicines advised along-side?
- 10.7 Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?
- 11 Available Alternatives for COQ LC TAB
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Overview
COQ LC TAB is a Schedule H drug.COQ LC TAB is composed of: LEVOCARNITINE (1000 MG), COENZYME Q10 (50 MG), ASTAXANTHIN (8 MG), LYCOPENE (2.5 MG)
Levocarnitine is a naturally occurring substance that the body needs for energy.Levocarnitine belongs to the class of medications called as amino acid derivative. It works by improving the low levels of carnitine in the body.
Lycopene is a common carotenoid compound found in fruits, vegetables, and green plants that is responsible for the red color of tomatoes. Other sources include apricot, cranberry, grapes, pink grapefruit, guava, papaya, peaches, and watermelon.Lycopene acts an antioxidant by fighting free radicals in the body. Due to its antioxidant property, it reduces the risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease.
Usage
LEVOCARNITINE is generally used to treat: Systemic Carnitine DeficiencyLEVOCARNITINE can address symptoms like: Fatigue (tiredness), Confusion
LYCOPENE is generally used to treat: Prostate Cancer, Breast Cancer, Uterine Cancer, Colon Cancer
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12yrs
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe
How Do I Take It?
COQ LC TAB is generally taken With Food.Precautions for COQ LC TAB and its Constituents
- Follow all directions on your prescription label.
- Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
- Measure liquid medicine with the dosing syringe provided, or with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup.
- The liquid medicine can be taken alone or mixed with a beverage or soft food. Sip or eat the mixture slowly.Levocarnitine should be taken at evenly spaced intervals every 3 or 4 hours. This medicine works best if you take it with a meal or within 30 minutes after a meal.
- While using levocarnitine, you may need frequent blood tests.
- Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
- Avoid excess dose.
- Take precautions during levocarnitine treatment as you may be at risk of bleeding.Do not take this drug if you are allergic to levocarnitine or any of its ingredients.
Avoid if allergic to lycopene or to any of its food sources, especially tomatoes. Tomato-based products are acidic and may irritate stomach ulcers.
Common Side-Effects
LEVOCARNITINE : Diarrhoea, Muscle Pain, Paresthesia, Abdomen Pain, Nausea, Vomit, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Fever, Abdomen Discomfort, Dizziness, Eyes Change In Vision, Loss Of Appetite, Hands Swelling, Feet Swelling, Weakness (generalized)LYCOPENE : Indigestion, Diarrhoea, Dyspepsia, Gas, Nausea, Vomit, Difficulty Breathing
Serious Side-Effects
LEVOCARNITINE : Blood Pressure, High, Rhabdomyolysis, Breathlessness, Depression, Hyperglycemia, Abdomen Stomach Cramps, Head HeadacheLYCOPENE : Mouth Ulcer, Bad Breath
Rare Side-Effects
LEVOCARNITINE : Skin Rash, Itchy SkinTechnical Classification
LEVOCARNITINE is categorized as: NUTRACEUTICAL PRODUCTS / ALTERNATIVE MEDICINESLYCOPENE is categorized as: HERBAL PRODUCTS / ALTERNATIVE MEDICINES
Prescription Statistics
Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.How Frequently is it taken?
Once Daily | 87% |
2 Times Daily | 13% |
How long was it prescribed?
28 Days | 82% |
16 Days | 9% |
What is the break-up across patient age-group?
18 to 35yrs | 100% |
What is the gender-breakup across patients?
Females | 91% |
What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?
Gynaecologist | 100% |
Most common Medicines advised along-side?
FOL G1 TAB | 47% |
FERPILL KIT 50MG TAB | 27% |
ECOSPRIN TAB 75MG | 13% |
EEMA-FSH INJ | 13% |
SIOTONE CAP | 13% |
SIPHENE 50MG TAB | 13% |
Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?
SEMEN ANALYSIS (MICROBIOLOGY) | 27% |
SERUM TSH (ENDOCRINOLOGY) | 27% |
FOLLICULAR STUDY (RADIOLOGY) | 20% |
SERUM PROLACTIN (ENDOCRINOLOGY) | 20% |
AMH TEST (ENDOCRINOLOGY) | 20% |
FREE T4 (ENDOCRINOLOGY) | 13% |
FSH (ENDOCRINOLOGY) | 13% |
HSA (HEMATOLOGY) | 13% |
Available Alternatives for COQ LC TAB
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
COQ LC TAB | INR 690 for 10 TABLETS | LEVOCARNITINE 1000 MG, COENZYME Q10 50 MG, ASTAXANTHIN 8 MG, LYCOPENE 2.5 MG |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
FERTIPLUS M TAB | INR 244 for 10 TABLETS | LYCOPENE 2500 MCG, LEVOCARNITINE 340 MG, COENZYME Q10 150 MG, ASTAXANTHIN 8 MG, ZINC ASCORBATE 5 MG |
FERTISURE M TAB | INR 248 for 10 TABLETS | LEVOCARNITINE 340 MG, COENZYME Q10 50 MG, ASTAXANTHIN 8 MG, ZINC 5 MG, LYCOPENE 2.5 MG |
ZOAMATES SACHET | INR 60 for 7 GRAM SACHET | MYO INOSITOL 4000 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 1000 IU, LEVOCARNITINE 250 MG, TAURINE 100 MG, L-ARGININE 100 MG, SODIUM SELENITE 70 MCG, COENZYME Q10 50 MG, ADENOSINE 20 MG, ZINC SULFATE 7.857 MG/GM, ASTAXANTHIN 4 MG, LYCOPENE 2.5 MG |