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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 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 Elkar safe for pregnant women?
Elkar has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
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.
What is the effect of Elkar on the Kidneys?
Elkar has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Elkar on the Liver?
Side effects of Elkar rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Elkar on the Heart?
Elkar is not harmful for the heart.
Elkar 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 Elkar unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Elkar habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Elkar has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Elkar since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Elkar only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Elkar for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Elkar
There is no information on the effects of taking Elkar with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Elkar
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Elkar with alcohol.
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)