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Carnosine is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Arrhythmia.
The optimal dosage of Carnosine is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Carnosine can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Carnosine normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Carnosine has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Carnosine has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Carnosine related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) must refrain from the use of Carnosine since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Carnosine contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Carnosine may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Carnosine is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Carnosine is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Carnosine safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Carnosine has mild side effects when taken during pregnany
Is the use of Carnosine safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Carnosine in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Carnosine on the Kidneys?
Carnosine rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Carnosine on the Liver?
Side effects of Carnosine rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Carnosine on the Heart?
Effects of Carnosine on heart can be severe. It is not safe to use without doctor's advice.
Carnosine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Carnosine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Carnosine habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Carnosine has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Carnosine since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Carnosine only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Carnosine cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Carnosine
It is safe to take Carnosine with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Carnosine
Drinking alcohol while taking Carnosine may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Adenocard® IV (adenosine injection)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 536-538
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 112-113
