Monograph Details
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Nutrition
> Formulas/metabolic disorders
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CARNITOR |
| Manufacturer |
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Sigma-Tau Pharmaceuticals, Inc. |
| Legal Classification |
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Rx
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| Generic Name |
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Levocarnitine 330mg; tabs. |
| Also |
• CARNITOR INJECTION
• CARNITOR ORAL SOLUTION
• CARNITOR SF
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| Indications |
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Primary systemic or secondary carnitine deficiency. |
| Children |
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Give in divided doses. Initially 50mg/kg per day; range 50–100mg/kg (max 3g) per day. |
| Adults |
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990mg 2–3 times daily. |
| Precautions |
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Obtain baseline carnitine level; monitor blood chemistry, carnitine levels, vital signs, clinical condition. Seizure disorders. Renal insufficiency (oral forms). Pregnancy (Cat.B). Nursing mothers: not recommended. |
| Adverse Reactions |
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GI upset/pain, body odor, seizures; inj: hypercalcemia, local reactions. |
| How Supplied |
Tabs—90
Oral soln—4oz
Inj amps or vials (single-dose 5mL)—5 |
| Additional Resources |
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• Related Prescribing Note |
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