Lacarnit Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 1A Deficiency.
The correct dosage of Lacarnit Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lacarnit Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lacarnit Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Lacarnit Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Lacarnit Tablet related warnings talks about Lacarnit Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lacarnit Tablet contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Lacarnit Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lacarnit Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Lacarnit Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lacarnit Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Lacarnit Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Lacarnit rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Lacarnit Tablet 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.
What is the effect of Lacarnit Tablet on the Kidneys?
Lacarnit rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lacarnit Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Lacarnit rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Lacarnit Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Lacarnit for the heart.
Lacarnit Tablet 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 Lacarnit Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lacarnit Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Lacarnit Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Lacarnit Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Lacarnit Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Lacarnit Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lacarnit Tablet
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Lacarnit Tablet and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lacarnit Tablet
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Lacarnit Tablet 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)