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Taking MitoQ

What is the expiry date?

Please note the expiry date is visible on each bottle.

How should I store my MitoQ?

Temporary high or low temperatures should not affect the product. The potency of our supplements would only be affected if it were left sitting in heat for weeks as prolonged exposure to temperatures that are too cold (in your fridge) or beyond 77◦F

Can MitoQ be taken alongside other medications?

MitoQ has been extensively tested for safety but not for interactions with prescription medicines. Please consult your physician.

Can I take MitoQ with other supplements?

MitoQ can be taken in combination with your other supplements. Some of our products do have vitamins and minerals in them, so it’s a good idea to keep an eye on your intake levels of those so that they stay within the recommended range.

What is the recommended daily dose?

The recommended daily intake is 10mg of mitoquinol mesylate per day. There is 5mg of mitoquinol mesylate per capsule and therefore you will need to take 2 capsules per day for a standard dose as described on the product label.

Why is the dose only 2 capsules?

The recommended daily dose of mitoquinol mesylate is 10mg (2 capsules) per day. The dosage is small in comparison to other CoQ10 supplements because mitoquinol mesylate is a much more potent form of CoQ10, as it's been biodesigned for better absorpti

Can I increase/decrease the dose?

MitoQ's recommended dose is 10mg per day.  The daily serving of MitoQ we formulate with has been tested for quality, safety and efficacy, however, studies have shown MitoQ to be safe well beyond the recommended dose. That said, we recommend speaking

Can I take MitoQ every other day?

To ensure that you receive the benefits of MitoQ, you need to keep a consistent daily concentration within your body. If your dose fluctuates or you go without taking MitoQ for an extended period, it is likely that you will not receive the benefits o

How many mg in each capsule?

The nutritional information label states the serving size is 2 capsules per day which delivers 10mg Mitoquinol Mesylate.

Is MitoQ weight dependent?

Benefits from taking a dietary supplement are based on a healthy population. We cannot advise on specific weight tolerance. We recommend consulting your healthcare provider to make sure supplementation with MitoQ is right for you.

Can I take MitoQ after the expiry date?

We do not recommend consuming MitoQ once the expiry date has passed.

Can I open the capsule if I have trouble swallowing it?

If you have trouble swallowing pills, we suggest you start with one capsule at a time. Place the capsule at the far end of the tongue, take a sip of water and tilt your head back to easily swallow. If you continue to have difficulty swallowing pills

Is it better to take MitoQ under the tongue?

We do not recommend opening the capsules and taking MitoQ sublingually.

When should I take MitoQ?

We recommend that you take MitoQ in the morning on an empty stomach, at least 30 minutes before your first meal of the day. You can take MitoQ 2 hours after eating. MitoQ is water-soluble, so it doesn't need to be taken with food or oils to assist wi

Why do I need to take MitoQ on an empty stomach and why before breakfast?

We recommend taking it in the morning because studies have shown that, if you take it with food, it reduces the absorption into your body. When you wake up, your stomach is at its most empty – so that’s a great time to take it. MitoQ helps give you e

What is the best way to dispose of MitoQ packaging?

MitoQ’s bottles, bottle caps, inks and outer-boxes are all 100% recyclable. Simply pop them in your recycling bin!. We’re hoping to use only recyclable courier bags for all of our customers in the near future. However, we’re not able to offer this to