Carnimed Information

Carnimed is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 1A Deficiency.

The correct dosage of Carnimed depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Carnimed as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Carnimed normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Carnimed is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Carnimed's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Carnimed are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Carnimed may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Carnimed is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Carnimed Benefits & Uses
Carnimed Dosage & How to Take
Carnimed Side Effects
Carnimed Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Carnimed with Other Drugs
Carnimed Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Carnimed
Carnimed Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Carnimed Benefits & Uses

Carnimed is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 1A Deficiency

Carnimed Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 1A Deficiency Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 990 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 1A Deficiency Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 990 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 1A Deficiency Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 1A Deficiency Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Carnimed Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Carnimed is used -

Moderate

Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Peripheral Edema
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Increased blood pressure
Increased Calcium Level in Blood

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Paresthesia
Cough
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Diarrhoea
Headache
Vertigo
Pharyngitis
Infection
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Carnimed Related Warnings

Is the use of Carnimed safe for pregnant women?

Carnimed has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Carnimed safe during breastfeeding?

Carnimed may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Carnimed, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Carnimed.

Moderate
What is the effect of Carnimed on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Carnimed on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Carnimed on the Liver?

Carnimed is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Carnimed on the Heart?

Using Carnimed does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Carnimed with Other Drugs

Carnimed should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Acarbose

Alogliptin

Alogliptin Tablet

Metformin

Glipizide

Warfarin

Carnimed Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Carnimed unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Peripheral Neuropathy

Frequently asked Questions about Carnimed

Is this Carnimed habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Carnimed has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Carnimed since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Carnimed should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Carnimed is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Carnimed Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Carnimed

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Carnimed and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Carnimed

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Carnimed.

Unknown