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Generic: Levocarnitine Syrup

Form: Syrup

Indication

Congestive heart failure, Diabetic nephropathy, Intermittent claudication, Kidney disease, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Heart Diseases, High Cholesterol, Dementia and memory impairment, Down Syndrome, Male infertility

Administration

Consume oral solution slowly, may be mixed with drinks and space doses evenly throughout the day (q3-4hr) preferably during or after meals (may decrease GI distress)

Adult Dose

Adults: Syrup: 10-30 ml per day. Depending on clinical response

Child Dose

Infants and children: 50 to 100 mg/kg/day in divided doses, with a maximum of 3 g/day. Dosage should begin at 50 mg/kg/day. The exact dosage will depend on clinical response.

Contraindication

Hypersensitivity.

Mode of Action

Quaternary ammonium compound found in all mammalian tissue (particularly striated muscle). Important for lipid catabolism; essential for FFA transport from cytosol to mitochondria where they are oxidized.

Introduction

__NAME__ belongs to a class of medications called amino acids. It is used in the treatment of carnitine deficiency. It helps the body produce energy and improve the efficiency of body function. __NAME__ should be taken with food and it should be chewed thoroughly before swallowing. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not start or stop taking this medicine without a doctor's prescription. __NAME__ is usually a safe medicine, however, it may cause nausea and vomiting. Your doctor may suggest you to monitor your blood glucose levels regularly while you are taking the medicine. Before starting the medicine, inform your doctor if you have any other medical conditions or are taking any other medications. Patients with severe kidney disease should not take this medicine unless prescribed by the doctor.

Uses of __NAME__

{'list': ['Carnitine deficiency']}

Side effects of __NAME__

{'tag': 'Common', 'list': ['Vomiting', 'Nausea']}

How to use __NAME__

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. __NAME__ is to be taken with food.

How __NAME__ works

Levocarnitine belongs to the class of medications called as amino acid derivative. It works by improving the low levels of carnitine in the body.

Safety Advice

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with __NAME__. Please consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of __NAME__ may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of __NAME__ may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.