Levocarnitine Information

Levocarnitine is a prescription medicine. It is typically used for the treatment of Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 1A Deficiency.

The correct dosage of Levocarnitine 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Levocarnitine side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Levocarnitine are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Levocarnitine's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Levocarnitine has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Levocarnitine related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Levocarnitine contraindications section.

Besides this, Levocarnitine may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Levocarnitine is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Levocarnitine Benefits & Uses

Levocarnitine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 1A Deficiency

Levocarnitine 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

Levocarnitine Related Warnings

Is the use of Levocarnitine safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Levocarnitine has mild side effects when taken during pregnany

Mild
Is the use of Levocarnitine safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Levocarnitine. Immediately discontinue Levocarnitine if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Levocarnitine on the Kidneys?

Levocarnitine has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Levocarnitine on the Liver?

Side effects of Levocarnitine rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Levocarnitine on the Heart?

Levocarnitine is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Levocarnitine with Other Drugs

Levocarnitine 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

Levocarnitine Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Peripheral Neuropathy

Frequently asked Questions about Levocarnitine

Is this Levocarnitine habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Levocarnitine.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Levocarnitine as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Levocarnitine is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, the use of Levocarnitine in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Levocarnitine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Levocarnitine

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Levocarnitine together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Levocarnitine

Information about the interaction of Levocarnitine and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown