Lacarnit Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Lacarnit Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Lacarnit 1gm/5ml Injection

Levo-carnitine(1gm/5ml)

Lacarnit injection uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of carnitine deficiency.

How lacarnit injection works

Levocarnitine belongs to the class of medications called as amino acid derivative. It works by improving the low levels of carnitine in the body.

Common side effects of lacarnit injection

Vomiting, Nausea, Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Diarrhea, Abdominal pain

SUBSTITUTES FOR Lacarnit Injection

3 Substitutes

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Nucarnit Injection
(5 ml Injection in packet)
Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Rs. 55.80/ml of Injection
Rs. 284.30
pay 71% more per ml of Injection
Ree 1gm/5ml Injection
(5 ml Injection in vial)
Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Rs. 41.60/ml of Injection
Rs. 214.10
pay 28% more per ml of Injection
Carnilev 1gm/5ml Injection
(5 ml Injection in vial)
Ajanta Pharma Ltd
Rs. 19.58/ml of Injection
Rs. 100.96
save 40% more per ml of Injection

Expert advice FOR Lacarnit Injection

Monitor your blood glucose levels regularly during levocarnitine treatment.
Do not take this drug if you are allergic to levocarnitine or any of its ingredients.

Frequently asked questions FOR Lacarnit 1gm/5ml Injection

Levo-carnitine

Q. Is Lacarnit Injection a steroid?

Lacarnit Injection is not a steroid. It contains Levo-carnitine which is a type of protein (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.

Q. 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.

Q. Does warfarin have any effect on Lacarnit Injection?

In some patients, warfarin when taken along with Lacarnit Injection may increase the time required for the formation of blood clot. Hence, before starting Lacarnit Injection, inform your doctor if you are taking warfarin.