Carnitor Oral Solution

— THERAPEUTIC CATEGORIES —
  • Inborn errors of metabolism

Carnitor Oral Solution Generic Name & Formulations

General Description

Levocarnitine 1g/10mL; cherry flavor.

How Supplied

Tabs—90; Oral soln—118mL; Single-dose vials (5mL)—5

Carnitor Oral Solution Indications

Indications

Primary systemic or secondary carnitine deficiency.

Carnitor Oral Solution Dosage and Administration

Adult

Consume slowly in divided doses, preferably with meals; may mix in liquids. Initially 1g/day; titrate slowly; range 1–3g/day.

Children

Consume slowly in divided doses, preferably with meals; may mix in liquids. Initially 50mg/kg/day; titrate slowly; range 50–100mg/kg (max 3g) per day.

Carnitor Oral Solution Contraindications

Not Applicable

Carnitor Oral Solution Boxed Warnings

Not Applicable

Carnitor Oral Solution Warnings/Precautions

Warnings/Precautions

Obtain baseline carnitine level; monitor blood chemistry, carnitine levels, vital signs, clinical condition. Seizure disorders. Renal insufficiency (oral forms). Pregnancy. Nursing mothers: not recommended.

Carnitor Oral Solution Pharmacokinetics

See Literature

Carnitor Oral Solution Interactions

Interactions

Monitor INR with warfarin.

Carnitor Oral Solution Adverse Reactions

Adverse Reactions

GI upset/pain, body odor, seizures; hypersensitivity reactions (discontinue if occur). Inj: also inj site reactions.

Carnitor Oral Solution Clinical Trials

See Literature

Carnitor Oral Solution Note

Not Applicable

Carnitor Oral Solution Patient Counseling

See Literature