Carnitor Injection Information

Carnitor Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 1A Deficiency.

The correct dosage of Carnitor Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.

While these are the most often observed Carnitor Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Carnitor Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Carnitor Injection's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Carnitor Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Carnitor Injection related warnings section.

The section on Carnitor Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Carnitor Injection 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 Carnitor Injection is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Carnitor Benefits & Uses
Carnitor Dosage & How to Take
Carnitor Side Effects
Carnitor Related Warnings
Carnitor Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Carnitor
Carnitor Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Carnitor Injection Benefits & Uses

Carnitor Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 1A Deficiency

Carnitor Injection 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: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 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: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 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: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 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: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Carnitor Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Carnitor Injection safe for pregnant women?

Carnitor has little to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Carnitor Injection safe during breastfeeding?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Carnitor Injection on the Kidneys?

Carnitor rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Carnitor Injection on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Carnitor on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Carnitor Injection on the Heart?

Carnitor is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Carnitor Injection Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Peripheral Neuropathy

Frequently asked Questions about Carnitor Injection

Is this Carnitor Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Carnitor Injection is addictive.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Carnitor Injection as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Carnitor Injection only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Carnitor Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Carnitor Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Carnitor Injection

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Carnitor Injection, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Carnitor Injection

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Carnitor Injection with alcohol will be.

Unknown