Lacarnit Injection Information

Lacarnit Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 1A Deficiency.

The correct dosage of Lacarnit 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.

Some other side effects of Lacarnit Injection have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Lacarnit Injection 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.

Lacarnit Injection's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Lacarnit Injection related warnings talks about Lacarnit Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lacarnit Injection contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Lacarnit Injection have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Lacarnit Injection is safe while driving, and is addiction.

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

Lacarnit Injection Benefits & Uses

Lacarnit Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 1A Deficiency

Lacarnit 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

Lacarnit Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Lacarnit Injection 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 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Lacarnit. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

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

Lacarnit rarely affects the kidneys.

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

Side effects of Lacarnit rarely affect the liver.

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

There are no any side effects of Lacarnit for the heart.

Safe

Lacarnit Injection Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Peripheral Neuropathy

Frequently asked Questions about Lacarnit Injection

Is this Lacarnit Injection habit forming or addictive?

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

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Lacarnit Injection since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Lacarnit Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

Lacarnit Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Lacarnit Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lacarnit Injection

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Lacarnit Injection and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Lacarnit Injection

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Lacarnit Injection with alcohol.

Unknown