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Carnitor 1 g Injection

Manufactured byWin-Medicare Pvt. Ltd.
ContainsLevocarnitine
Description
Carnitor 1 g Injection is a medicine that contains Levocarnitine. It is used to treat severe carnitine deficiency. Carnitine is a protein that is made in your brain, liver, and kidneys. It helps the body in the conversion of fat into energy. This medicine is also used for the treatment of secondary carnitine deficiency (when there is not enough carnitine in the blood). Carnitor 1 g Injection works by increasing the levels of carnitine in the body. Carnitor 1 g Injection may cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, headache, pain, swelling and redness at the site of injection, etc. Seek medical attention if any of these side effects persist. Avoid receiving this medicine if you are allergic to it. Carnitor 1 g Injection should be administered into your vein by a health care professional in a hospital setting. The dose will be determined by your doctor based on your condition. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes before receiving this injection because it can alter your blood glucose levels.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Carnitor 1 g Injection

Carnilev 1 g Injection
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Nucarnit 1 g Injection
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Carnitor 1 g Injection

  • Increased blood pressure
  • Increased heartbeat
  • Fever
  • Diarrhoea
  • Headache
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Depression
  • Dizziness
  • Skin rash
  • Pain at the injection site

Uses of Carnitor 1 g Injection

What is it prescribed for?

  • Primary systemic carnitine deficiency
  • Secondary carnitine deficiency
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The onset of action for Carnitor 1 g Injection is not known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Carnitor 1 g Injection remains active in the body is not known.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    Carnitor 1 g Injection has no habit-forming tendency.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Carnitor 1 g Injection is considered safe for use in pregnancy. However, discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Carnitor 1 g Injection is safe to be used during breastfeeding. This medicine is known to pass into breast milk and does not cause harm to your infant. However, inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding before receiving this injection.

Allergy

Do not receive Carnitor 1 g Injection if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Carnitor 1 g Injection is considered safe for use in pregnancy. However, discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Carnitor 1 g Injection is safe to be used during breastfeeding. This medicine is known to pass into breast milk and does not cause harm to your infant. However, inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding before receiving this injection.
General warnings

Kidney diseases

Carnitor 1 g Injection is excreted from the kidneys. If you have kidney problems this medicine may accumulate in your kidneys and leads to serious side effects. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine based on your clinical condition. Carnitor 1 g Injection is not recommended for use if you have severe kidney problems.

Other medicines

Carnitor 1 g Injection may interact with many other medicines and may cause severe side effects. Hence, inform the doctor about all your concurrent medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with Carnitor 1 g Injection.

Missed Dose

Since Carnitor 1 g Injection is administered in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of missing a dose is very low.

Overdose

Since Carnitor 1 g Injection is administered in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the chances of an overdose are very low.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Dicumarol

Warfarin

Disease interactions

Diabetes Mellitus

Carnitor 1 g Injection may interfere with the insulin secretion in the body and may increase the risk of high blood sugar levels in your body. Consult your doctor if you experience unusual weakness, frequent urination, or any diabetes-associated side effects after taking this injection.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Carnitor 1 g Injection is used for treating carnitine deficiency. Carnitor 1 g Injection should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting. Do not self administer it. Report any undesirable effects to the doctor promptly. You may observe a small bump at the site of injection which is normal. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor and do not miss an appointment to receive this medicine. Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to the doctor before receiving Carnitor 1 g Injection.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Carnitor 1 g Injection works by improving the low levels of carnitine in the body. It helps the body produce energy and improves the efficiency of body function.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Intravenous nutritional products

Schedule

Schedule H

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