It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Levocar. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Levocar 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Levocar is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE
Levocar does not usually affect your ability to drive.
CAUTION
Levocar should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Levocar may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Levocar is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Levocar may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of Levocar 500mg/5ml Oral Solution
Introduction
Levocar 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.
Levocar should be taken with food and it should be chewe ... Show more
Uses of Levocar
Carnitine deficiency
Side effects of Levocar
Common
Vomiting
Nausea
How to use Levocar
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. Levocar is to be taken with food.
How Levocar 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.
Quick Tips
It is given as a slow injection into veins under the supervision of a doctor.
Monitor your blood glucose levels regularly during levocarnitine treatment.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Brief Description
Indication
Congestive heart failure, Diabetic nephropathy, Intermittent claudication, Kidney disease, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Heart Diseases, High Cholesterol, ... Show more
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 decrea ... Show more
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 depe ... Show more
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity.
Mode of Action
Quaternary ammonium compound found in all mammalian tissue (particularly striated muscle).
Important for lipid catabolism; essential for FFA transp ... Show more
Precaution
Gastrointestinal reactions may result from a too rapid consumption of Levocarnitine.
The safety and efficacy of oral levocarnitine has not been evalu ... Show more
Side Effect
Generally Levocarnitine is well tolerated. However, few side effects including transient nausea and vomiting, abdominal cramps, and diarrhoea may occu ... Show more
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