Carnitine

Carnitine is a betaine derivative found in skeletal muscle and liver. Carnitine is required for mitochondrial β oxidation of fatty acids. Carnitine is involved in energy metabolism. It has been used as an investigational antithyroid and antiangina agent.

Brands
TRES-ORIX FORTE TRIMETABOL TONICARD
Adult Dose
Dose: 1 to 3 g/day
Single Dose: 2 (2)
Frequency: As recommended.
Route: PO
Instructions: For solution dosage forms. The dose should be increased slowly while assessing tolerance and therapeutic response.
Neonatal
Paedriatic
Characteristics
. It is of Natural origin. . The Molecular Weight of Carnitine is 161.20. Its pKa is 3.8.
Contraindications
Carnitine
Effects
The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Carnitine are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Abdominal cramps.
Indications
Carnitine is primarily indicated in conditions like Carnitine deficiency, Pediatric cardiomyopathy, Primary carnitine deficiency, Secondary carnitine deficiency, Valproate toxicity.
Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Carnitine was found.
Interfrence
Risks
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers, and Neonates.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Storage
Tab, Liq, Caps Store Below 40°C. Protect from Sunlight and Heat.
Warnings
Carnitine should be used with caution in patients with pre-existing illnesses or allergies.This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy or lactation.
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