Litocar Injection
Rs.157for 1 vial(s) (5 ml Injection each)
food interaction for Litocar Injection
alcohol interaction for Litocar Injection
pregnancy interaction for Litocar Injection
lactation interaction for Litocar Injection
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Litocar Injection. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Litocar 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
Litocar 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 Litocar 1000mg Injection
Levo-carnitine(1000mg)
Litocar injection uses
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How litocar 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 litocar injection
Vomiting, Nausea, Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Diarrhea, Abdominal pain
SUBSTITUTES FOR Litocar Injection
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Expert advice FOR Litocar 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 Litocar 1000mg Injection
Levo-carnitine
Q. Is Litocar Injection a steroid?
Litocar 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 Litocar Injection?
In some patients, warfarin when taken along with Litocar Injection may increase the time required for the formation of blood clot. Hence, before starting Litocar Injection, inform your doctor if you are taking warfarin.