Elkar Tablet

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Elkar Tablet

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Elkar Information

Elkar, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 1A Deficiency are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The correct dosage of Elkar depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Elkar have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Elkar go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Elkar is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Elkar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Elkar related warnings section.

The section on Elkar contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Elkar have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

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



Elkar Benefits & Uses

Elkar is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Elkar 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

Elkar Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Elkar safe for pregnant women?


    Elkar has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.

    Mild
  • Is the use of Elkar safe during breastfeeding?


    If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Elkar. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Elkar on the Kidneys?


    Elkar rarely affects the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Elkar on the Liver?


    Elkar may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Elkar on the Heart?


    Elkar is completely safe for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Elkar with Other Drugs

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

Moderate



Elkar Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Elkar

  • Is this Elkar habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Elkar is addictive.

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


    Elkar does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Elkar is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


    No, the use of Elkar in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Elkar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Elkar


    Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Elkar together with food.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Elkar


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Elkar and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Carnitor® (levocarnitine)



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