Lacarnit Information
Lacarnit is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 1A Deficiency.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lacarnit. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lacarnit can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Lacarnit go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lacarnit is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Lacarnit's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Lacarnit have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Lacarnit may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Lacarnit is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Lacarnit Benefits & Uses
Lacarnit is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Lacarnit 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 |
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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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Lacarnit Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lacarnit is used -
Moderate
- Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
- Peripheral Edema
- Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
- Increased blood pressure
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Paresthesia
- Cough
- Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
- Diarrhoea
- Headache
Lacarnit Related Warnings
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Is the use of Lacarnit safe for pregnant women?
Lacarnit rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Mild -
Is the use of Lacarnit safe during breastfeeding?
Lacarnit can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Lacarnit on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Lacarnit on kidney have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Lacarnit on the Liver?
Lacarnit has very mild side effects on the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Lacarnit on the Heart?
Lacarnit is completely safe for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Lacarnit with Other Drugs
Lacarnit should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Lacarnit Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lacarnit unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Liver Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Heart Disease
- Peripheral Neuropathy
Frequently asked Questions about Lacarnit
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Is this Lacarnit habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Lacarnit.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Lacarnit since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Lacarnit should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Lacarnit for mental disorders.
No
Lacarnit Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Lacarnit
There is no information on the effects of taking Lacarnit with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Lacarnit
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Lacarnit with alcohol will be.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Carnitor® (levocarnitine)
