Carnitor Tablet Information

Carnitor Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 1A Deficiency.

The optimal dosage of Carnitor Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Carnitor Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Carnitor Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

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

The section on Carnitor Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

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

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Carnitor Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Carnitor Tablet Benefits & Uses

Carnitor Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 1A Deficiency

Carnitor Tablet 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

Carnitor Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Carnitor Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Carnitor has little to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Carnitor Tablet 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 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Carnitor rarely affects the kidneys.

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

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

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

Carnitor is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Carnitor Tablet with Other Drugs

Carnitor Tablet 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

Carnitor Tablet Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Peripheral Neuropathy

Frequently asked Questions about Carnitor Tablet

Is this Carnitor Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Carnitor Tablet 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 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

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

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

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

No

Carnitor Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Carnitor Tablet

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Carnitor Tablet

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

Unknown