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Karnitine 500 Tablet

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Product introduction

Karnitine 500 Tablet 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.

Karnitine 500 Tablet 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.

Karnitine 500 Tablet 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 Karnitine Tablet

  • Carnitine deficiency

Benefits of Karnitine Tablet

In Carnitine deficiency

Carnitine deficiency can lead to many problems such as muscle weakness, fatigue, problems with heart (such as heart enlargement), liver or brain (encephalopathy), confusion etc. Karnitine 500 Tablet contains amino acids that are very important for the normal growth and development of the internal organs, muscles and nerves. It helps to maintain normal functioning of the internal organs and maintains nerve conduction too. It has a major role in the generation of energy in our body, regulation of mood, healing and repair of damaged tissues and keeping our skin, nails and hair healthy. Keep taking it as prescribed by the doctor to get the maximum benefit.

Side effects of Karnitine Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Karnitine

  • Vomiting
  • Nausea

How to use Karnitine Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Karnitine 500 Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Karnitine Tablet 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

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Karnitine 500 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Karnitine 500 Tablet 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Karnitine 500 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Karnitine 500 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Karnitine 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Karnitine 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Karnitine 500 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Karnitine 500 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Karnitine Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Karnitine 500 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Fact Box

Chemical Class
Amino acids
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS
Action Class
Amino acids

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FAQs

Is Karnitine 500 Tablet a steroid?

Karnitine 500 Tablet is not a steroid. It contains Levo-carnitine which is a type of amino acid (made from the amino acids lysine and methionine). It helps in transporting fats to the cells, where fats get metabolized in order to produce energy. It is used to treat primary and secondary Levo-carnitine deficiency.

When can a carnitine deficiency occur?

Carnitine deficiency may be of two types, primary and secondary. Primary is genetic and may show symptoms by five years of age. Whereas, secondary may occur due to certain disorders like kidney problems (chronic kidney failure) and use of antibiotics that reduces its absorption and increases its excretion.

Does warfarin have any effect on Karnitine 500 Tablet?

In some patients, warfarin when taken along with Karnitine 500 Tablet may increase the time required for the formation of blood clot. Hence, before starting Karnitine 500 Tablet, inform your doctor if you are taking warfarin.

What is the best time to take Karnitine 500 Tablet?

Karnitine 500 Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. Generally, it is advised to be taken 3-4 times daily, preferably with meals or after meals.

Can Karnitine 500 Tablet be taken by diabetics?

Yes, Karnitine 500 Tablet can be taken by patients with diabetes. However, it is important to know that it contains sucrose. Some studies have shown that it may improve insulin sensitivity. Along with that, it may also be helpful in relieving nerve pain.

Does Karnitine 500 Tablet cause diarrhea?

Karnitine 500 Tablet may very rarely cause diarrhea. This effect of the medicine can be reduced by decreasing the dose of Karnitine 500 Tablet. But, if you are taking oral solution then take it slowly or dilute it more.

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References

  1. Levocanitine. Gaithersburg: Leadiant Biosciences, Inc; 2018. [Accessed 05 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Levocarnitine [Prescribing Information]. Telangana, India: Graviti Pharmaceuticals Private Limited; 2022. [Accessed 08 Jul. 2023]. (online) Available from:External Link

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