LACARNIT 330MG TABLET contains Levocarnitine, which belongs to the group of medicines called Amino acid derivatives. It is used to manage levocarnitine deficiency. Levocarnitine deficiency can occur either due to a systemic deficiency at birth, various metabolic disorder or due to end-stage kidney disease and haemodialysis management.
The symptoms of levocarnitine deficiency may include muscle weakness (muscles of the hips, shoulders, neck, jaw and even heart muscles), fatigue, low blood sugar, stomach pain, growth retardation, brain function defects, etc.
Before taking LACARNIT 330MG TABLET, your doctor may want you to take blood tests to check for the existing amount of levocarnitine in circulation to determine the correct dosage for you. LACARNIT 330MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with a history of fits or severely compromised renal function. Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have diabetes.
LACARNIT 330MG TABLET should be used with caution among pregnant or breastfeeding women; therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. The most common side effects of taking LACARNIT 330MG TABLET are vomiting, nausea, stomach pain, diarrhea, headache, an abnormal taste or body odour (a fishy smell). Contact your doctor if any of your symptoms get worse.
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