Lacarnit Injection
Levo-carnitine (1gm/5ml)
by La Renon Healthcare Pvt Ltd
ampoule of 5 ml Injection
About this medicine
Lacarnit Injection 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 improves the efficiency of body function. Lacarnit Injection is generally administered by a healthcare professional. You should not self-administer this at home. It may cause injection site reactions like pain, swelling, redness that are generally mild and temporary. Lacarnit Injection is usually a safe medicine, however, it may cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and reactions at the site of injection such as swelling, redness, and pain. Your doctor may 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
- Carnitine deficiency
Benefits
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. Lacarnit Injection 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.
How it 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.
How to use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Common side effects
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
Safety advice
- AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Lacarnit Injection. Please consult your doctor.
- PregnancySAFE IF PRESCRIBED
- Lacarnit Injection 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 feedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED
- Lacarnit Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
- DrivingSAFE
- Lacarnit Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
- KidneyCAUTION
- Lacarnit Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lacarnit Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
- LiverSAFE IF PRESCRIBED
- Lacarnit Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Lacarnit Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Lacarnit Injection, consult your doctor.
Quick facts
- Chemical Class
- Amino acids
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- Vitamins minerals nutrients
- Action Class
- Amino acids
Frequently asked questions
Is Lacarnit Injection a steroid?
Lacarnit Injection is not a steroid. It contains Levo-carnitine which is a type of protein (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 Lacarnit Injection?
In some patients, warfarin when taken along with Lacarnit Injection may increase the time required for the formation of blood clot. Hence, before starting Lacarnit Injection, inform your doctor if you are taking warfarin.
Product details
- Manufacturer
- La Renon Healthcare Pvt Ltd
- Salt composition
- Levo-carnitine (1gm/5ml)
- Pack
- ampoule of 5 ml Injection
- Dosage form
- Injection
- Storage
- Store below 30°C
The content above is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a registered medical practitioner before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.