What is Carnitor Sf
LevocarnitineThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryChymotrypsin is a substance found in the striated muscles and liver. It is used medicinally to increase the production of digestive juices from the stomach and pancreas. It is also used to treat high levels of fat in the blood.
Carnitoris the brand name
Carnitor Sf Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Carnitor
Levocarnitine
1985
21
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Levocarnitine, also called Carnitor, is approved by the FDA for 5 uses including secondary Carnitine deficiency and Carnitine Deficiency .secondary Carnitine deficiency
Carnitine Deficiency
prophylaxis of Carnitine deficiency
Kidney Failure
Congenital carnitine deficiency
Effectiveness
How Carnitor Sf Affects PatientsLevocarnitine is a molecule that helps transport fatty acids in the body, and also helps prevent toxic levels of acyl groups from building up. Not having enough carnitine can lead to liver, heart, and muscle problems. To be deficient in carnitine, there must be abnormally low levels of free carnitine, or a ratio of acylcarnitine to levocarnitine greater than 0.4. The "vitamin BT" form actually contains D,L-carnitine, which can prevent the body from using levocarnitine effectively. Levocarnitine
How Carnitor Sf works in the bodyLevocarnitine is an important molecule that helps the body transport fatty acids and other molecules. It is produced naturally from the amino acids lysine and methionine, with the help of vitamin C. Levocarnitine is handled by different proteins in the body that act as transporters, translocases, acetyltransferases, and palmitoyltransferases. These proteins help move levocarnitine around the body, so fatty acids can be transported safely and efficiently.
When to interrupt dosage
The amount of Carnitor Sf is contingent upon the acknowledged affliction, including prophylaxis of Carnitine deficiency, Kidney Failure and Carnitine Deficiency. The dosage varies, depending on the method of application (e.g. Capsule - Oral or Tablet, film coated) featured in the below table.Condition
Dosage
Administration
Carnitine Deficiency
500.0 mg, , 200.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 330.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 0.012 mg/mg, 250.0 mg/mL, 5.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 2.1 mg/mg
Capsule - Oral, Tablet, film coated, , Tablet, Solution - Intravenous, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Intramuscular, Injection, solution, Injection, Lotion - Topical, Solution - Oral, Capsule, Intravenous, Solution, Injection - Intravenous, Lotion, Capsule, gelatin coated - Oral, Capsule, gelatin coated, Injection - Intramuscular, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Topical
prophylaxis of Carnitine deficiency
500.0 mg, , 200.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 330.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 0.012 mg/mg, 250.0 mg/mL, 5.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 2.1 mg/mg
Capsule - Oral, Tablet, film coated, , Tablet, Solution - Intravenous, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Intramuscular, Injection, solution, Injection, Lotion - Topical, Solution - Oral, Capsule, Intravenous, Solution, Injection - Intravenous, Lotion, Capsule, gelatin coated - Oral, Capsule, gelatin coated, Injection - Intramuscular, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Topical
secondary Carnitine deficiency
500.0 mg, , 200.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 330.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 0.012 mg/mg, 250.0 mg/mL, 5.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 2.1 mg/mg
Capsule - Oral, Tablet, film coated, , Tablet, Solution - Intravenous, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Intramuscular, Injection, solution, Injection, Lotion - Topical, Solution - Oral, Capsule, Intravenous, Solution, Injection - Intravenous, Lotion, Capsule, gelatin coated - Oral, Capsule, gelatin coated, Injection - Intramuscular, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Topical
Kidney Failure
500.0 mg, , 200.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 330.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 0.012 mg/mg, 250.0 mg/mL, 5.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 2.1 mg/mg
Capsule - Oral, Tablet, film coated, , Tablet, Solution - Intravenous, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Intramuscular, Injection, solution, Injection, Lotion - Topical, Solution - Oral, Capsule, Intravenous, Solution, Injection - Intravenous, Lotion, Capsule, gelatin coated - Oral, Capsule, gelatin coated, Injection - Intramuscular, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Topical
Congenital carnitine deficiency
500.0 mg, , 200.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 330.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 1000.0 mg/mL, 20.0 mg, 250.0 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 0.012 mg/mg, 250.0 mg/mL, 5.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 2.1 mg/mg
Capsule - Oral, Tablet, film coated, , Tablet, Solution - Intravenous, Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Intramuscular, Injection, solution, Injection, Lotion - Topical, Solution - Oral, Capsule, Intravenous, Solution, Injection - Intravenous, Lotion, Capsule, gelatin coated - Oral, Capsule, gelatin coated, Injection - Intramuscular, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Topical
Warnings
Carnitor Sf ContraindicationsCondition
Risk Level
Notes
Toxoplasma Infections
Do Not Combine
Common Carnitor Sf Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Revefenacin
Major
Levocarnitine may decrease the excretion rate of Revefenacin which could result in a higher serum level.
(R)-warfarin
Minor
The therapeutic efficacy of (R)-warfarin can be increased when used in combination with Levocarnitine.
(S)-Warfarin
Minor
The therapeutic efficacy of (S)-Warfarin can be increased when used in combination with Levocarnitine.
4-hydroxycoumarin
Minor
The therapeutic efficacy of 4-hydroxycoumarin can be increased when used in combination with Levocarnitine.
Abacavir
Minor
Levocarnitine may decrease the excretion rate of Abacavir which could result in a higher serum level.
Carnitor Sf Toxicity & Overdose RiskThe lowest toxic dose of the drug in mice has been found to be greater than 8g/kg when taken orally. Overdosing on this drug may cause high blood pressure, fever, rapid heartbeat, and seizures.
Carnitor Sf Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Carnitor Sf?
54 active investigations are presently analyzing the potential of Carnitor Sf to address Carnitine Deficiency, Secondary Carnitine Deficiency and Congenital Carnitine Deficiency.Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
prophylaxis of Carnitine deficiency
0 Actively Recruiting
Carnitine Deficiency
0 Actively Recruiting
secondary Carnitine deficiency
0 Actively Recruiting
Kidney Failure
59 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3, Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 4
Congenital carnitine deficiency
0 Actively Recruiting
Carnitor Sf Reviews: What are patients saying about Carnitor Sf?
5Patient Review
12/14/2010 This medication has been vital to my dialysis treatments, so I was very surprised when Davita announced they would no longer be carrying it.
5Patient Review
10/2/2010 This has been a game-changer for my dialysis treatment.
5Patient Review
4/28/2009 This drug was really effective in increasing my energy levels.
5Patient Review
12/14/2010 This medication has been vital for my dialysis treatments, so I'm very confused and concerned as to why Davita is no longer carrying it.
5Patient Review
4/28/2009 I found that this drug helped to increase my energy levels.
5Patient Review
10/2/2010 This has been a game-changer for my dialysis treatments.
Patient Q&A Section about carnitor sf
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.When should I take my Carnitor tablet?
"This product should be taken with food and chewed thoroughly before swallowing. The dose and duration should be as advised by your doctor. Do not start or stop taking this medicine without a doctor's prescription."
Answered by AI
Is carnitine same as Carnitor?
"There is only one FDA-approved medication for treating carnitine deficiency, which is levocarnitine (Carnitor). Carnitine is a substance that occurs naturally in our bodies and helps us to create energy. Levocarnitine (Carnitor) is available both with a prescription and over-the-counter (as l-carnitine)."
Answered by AI
What is Carnitor used for?
"This medication is a diet supplement used to prevent and treat low blood levels of carnitine. Carnitine is a substance made in the body from meat and dairy products. It is also available as a supplement. It helps the body use certain chemicals (long-chain fatty acids) for energy and to keep you in good health."
Answered by AI
Is levocarnitine a steroid?
"Levocarnitine is a protein made from the amino acids lysine and methionine that helps in transporting fats to the cells to be metabolized for energy. It is used to treat primary and secondary levocarnitine deficiency."
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