Lacarnit 330 Tablet belongs to a class of medications called amino acids. It is used in the treatment of carnitine deficiency. It helps the body produce energy and improve the efficiency of body function.
Lacarnit 330 Tablet should be taken with food and it should be chewed thoroughly before swallowing. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not start or stop taking this medicine without a doctor's prescription.
Lacarnit 330 Tablet is usually a safe medicine, however, it may cause nausea and vomiting. Your doctor may suggest you to monitor your blood glucose levels regularly while you are taking the medicine.
Earlier starting the medicine, inform your doctor if you have any other medical conditions or are taking any other medications. Tolerants with severe kidney disease should not take this medicine unless prescribed by the doctor.
Uses:
Carnitine deficiency
Directions For Use:
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lacarnit 330 Tablet should be taken with or after food.
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if youβre worried about them
Ordinary side effects of Lacarnit
Vomiting
Nausea
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Lacarnit 330 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lacarnit 330 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lacarnit 330 Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Lacarnit 330 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Lacarnit 330 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lacarnit 330 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.
FAQs:
Is Lacarnit 330 Tablet a steroid?
Lacarnit 330 Tablet is not a steroid. It contains Levo-carnitine which is a type of amino acid (made from the amino acids lysine and methionine). It helps in transporting fats to the cells, where fats get metabolized in order to produce energy. It is used to treat primary and secondary Levo-carnitine deficiency.
When can a carnitine deficiency occur?
Carnitine deficiency may be of two types, primary and secondary. Primary is genetic and may show symptoms by five years of age. Whereas, secondary may occur due to certain disorders like kidney problems (chronic kidney failure) and use of antibiotics that reduces its absorption and increases its excretion.
Does warfarin have any effect on Lacarnit 330 Tablet?
In some patients, warfarin when taken along with Lacarnit 330 Tablet may increase the time required for the formation of blood clot. Hence, before starting Lacarnit 330 Tablet, inform your doctor if you are taking warfarin.
What is the best time to take Lacarnit 330 Tablet?
Lacarnit 330 Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. Generally, it is advised to be taken 3-4 times daily, preferably with meals or after meals.
Can Lacarnit 330 Tablet be taken by diabetics?
Affirmative, Lacarnit 330 Tablet can be taken by patients with diabetes. However, it is important to know that it contains sucrose. Some studies have shown that it may improve insulin sensitivity. Along with that, it may also be helpful in relieving nerve pain.
Does Lacarnit 330 Tablet cause diarrhea?
Lacarnit 330 Tablet may very rarely cause diarrhea. This effect of the medicine can be reduced by decreasing the dose of Lacarnit 330 Tablet. But, if you are taking oral solution then take it slowly or dilute it more.
Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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