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Levocarnil is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 1A Deficiency are some of its major therapeutic uses.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Levocarnil. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Levocarnil side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Levocarnil 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 Levocarnil has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Levocarnil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Levocarnil contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Levocarnil have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Levocarnil, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Levocarnil is used to treat the following -
Other 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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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Levocarnil safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Levocarnil.
Is the use of Levocarnil safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Levocarnil. If you see any side effects, stop taking Levocarnil immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Levocarnil again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Levocarnil on the Kidneys?
Levocarnil rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Levocarnil on the Liver?
Side effects of Levocarnil rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Levocarnil on the Heart?
Levocarnil is completely safe for the heart.
Levocarnil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levocarnil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Levocarnil habit forming or addictive?
Levocarnil is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Levocarnil since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Levocarnil is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Levocarnil in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Levocarnil
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Levocarnil, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Levocarnil
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Levocarnil.
This medicine data has been created by -
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)