Generic Name
Levocarnitine (Carnitine)Packs Price
- Inj 1 gm(096524): 1 Vial: 446.00: 525.00
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Therapeutic Group
Bile And Liver TherapyIndication Dosage
Levocarnitine, also known as L-carnitine, is a naturally occurring amino acid derivative that plays a critical role in energy production and metabolism. It is commonly used as a dietary supplement to support weight loss, athletic performance, and cardiovascular health. Levocarnitine may also be prescribed by healthcare professionals to treat certain medical conditions such as carnitine deficiency, angina, and heart failure.
Primary Carnitine Deficiency Due To Inborn Errors Of Metabolism:
- Adult: Up To 200 Mg/kg Daily In 2 - 4 Divided Doses, Maximum 3 G Per Day
By Slow IV Injection:
- Adult: Up To 100 Mg/kg Daily In 2 - 4 Divided Doses, To Be Administered Over 2 - 3 Min
Secondary Carnitine Deficiency In Haemodialysis Patients:
By Slow IV Inj:
- Adult: Initially 20 Mg/kg, To Be Administered Over 2 - 3 Min, After Each Dialysis Session, Dosage Adjusted According To Plasma-Carnitine Concentration, Then (Oral) Maintenance 1gm Daily
Content
- Inj: 5 ml, L-carnitine 200mg Per 1 ml, 1gm /5ml Solution For Injection
Pregnancy
No Evidence Of Harm
Stability
- Amino Acids and Derivatives
Contra Indications
- None Known
Precautions
- None Known
Lactation
- No Evidence of Harm
Side Effects
- Abdominal Cramps
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abnormal Skin Odour
- Allergic Reactions
Author
Shahid Arif