Drug Name:
CARNITOR Rx
Generic Name and Formulations:
Levocarnitine 330mg; tabs.
Company:
Sigma-Tau Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Therapeutic Use:
Indications for CARNITOR:
Primary systemic or secondary carnitine deficiency.
Adult:
990mg 2–3 times daily.
Children:
Give in divided doses. Initially 50mg/kg per day; range 50–100mg/kg (max 3g) per day.
Warnings/Precautions:
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.
Interactions:
Concomitant warfarin: monitor INR.
See Also:
Adverse Reactions:
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
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