Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity (Oct 2024)
Research Progress of Coenzyme Q in Diabetes Mellitus and Its Common Complications
Abstract
Jingdong Xia,1,2 Xiudan Li,1,2 Chunying Bai,2 Xuchen Han1 1Affiliated Hospital of Chifeng University, Chifeng, The Inner Mongol Autonomous Region, Chifeng, People’s Republic of China; 2Key Laboratory of Research on Human Genetic Diseases at Universities of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, Chifeng, People’s Republic of ChinaCorrespondence: Xuchen Han; Xiudan Li, Email [email protected]; [email protected]: Coenzyme Q has garnered significant attention due to its potential role in enhancing cellular energy production and its antioxidant properties. We delve into the therapeutic potential of coenzyme Q in managing diabetes mellitus and its complications, highlighting its capacity to improve mitochondrial function, reduce inflammation and oxidative stress, and correct lipid profiles. Coenzyme Q has shown promise in ameliorating insulin resistance and alleviating complications such as diabetic peripheral neuropathy, kidney disease, retinopathy, and cardiomyopathy. However, its clinical application is limited by poor bio-availability. This review also provides a comprehensive overview of current therapeutic strategies for diabetes complications involving coenzyme Q, including stimulating endogenous synthesis and utilizing carrier transport systems, offering insights into mechanisms for enhancing coenzyme Q bio-availability. These findings suggest that, with improved delivery methods, coenzyme Q could become a valuable adjunct therapy in the management of diabetes mellitus.Keywords: coenzyme Q, diabetes mellitus, diabetic complications
