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RateADrug users have reported 8 Idebenone side effects and 6 Idebenone benefits.

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This is a chemically manufactured product which is like coenzyme Q-10. It is a powerful antioxidant. Other ingredients include rice flour and gelatine capsule.

Possible uses include:
Treatment of Alzheimer's disease;
Friedreich's Ataxia, which is marked by heart failure, dyspnea, and muscle weakness;
Mitochondrial encephalomyopathies marked by stroke-like symptoms and brain damage.

Common Uses:

This is a powerful antioxidant;
Potential uses include treatment of symptoms associated with:
Alzheimer's disease;
Cerebral pathology;
Cerebral arteriosclerosis;
Cerebral infarction or haemorrhage;
Cognitive senile deficit;
Chronic cerebrovascular disease;
Multi-coronary dementia.

Off Label Uses:

None noted currently.

Side Effects:
None noted thus far; however, not recommended for use in pregnant women and nursing mothers.
To be administerd under the care and supervision of physicians in case of children.

Cautions / Warnings:

Due to insufficient study conducted on the usaged of this medication on children, it should be administered under strict physician guidance and care.
Not recommended in pregnant women and nursing mothers.
Not recommended for people that are allergic to this medication or any of its constituents.

Drug Interactions:
No information has been released thus far.

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Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being

Since taking Idebenone, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:

Effect on:	Much Worse	Worse	No Change	Better	Much Better
Appetite	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Balance/Equilibrium	50%	0%	50%	0%	0%
Blood Pressure	0%	50%	50%	0%	0%
Breathing	0%	50%	50%	0%	0%
Confidence	0%	50%	0%	50%	0%
Coordination/Motor Skills	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Digestion	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Emotional Well-being	0%	50%	0%	0%	50%
Energy	0%	0%	0%	100%	0%
Eyesight	0%	50%	0%	50%	0%
Memory	0%	50%	0%	50%	0%
Mental Clarity	0%	50%	0%	50%	0%
Pain	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Patience	0%	0%	0%	0%	100%
Sexual Health	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Skin Complexion	0%	0%	0%	0%	100%
Sleep	0%	0%	0%	0%	100%
Stress Level	0%	50%	0%	0%	50%

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Commonly Reported Idebenone Side Effects

RateADrug survey participants experienced these commonly reported side effects:

Effect on:	None	Mild	Moderate	Strong	Severe
Allergic Reaction	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Dizziness	50%	0%	0%	50%	0%
Drowsiness	0%	0%	0%	100%	0%
Fatigue	50%	0%	0%	50%	0%
Headache	50%	0%	0%	50%	0%
Skin Rash	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%

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Less Commonly Reported Idebenone Side Effects

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Effect on:	None	Mild	Moderate	Strong	Severe
Breathing Difficulties	0%	100%	0%	0%	0%
Reduced Libido	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%

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25 Sep 2009	Are you using it for Ataxia? If so, there are some herbal substitutes in India but they are pretty esoteric here in the US. —Posted by Helpfromus Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
25 May 2009	Does anyone know how long idebenone has been on the market and if there any herbal substitutes that might have less side effects? —Posted by Ideaman Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use

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