Envitor 330mg Tablet

✔️ Uses of Envitor 330mg Tablet

• Carnitine Deficiency

✔️ How does Envitor 330mg Tablet work?

Envitor 330mg Tablet/ Levocarnitine works by improving the low levels of carnitine in the body. It helps the body produce energy and improves the efficiency of body function.

✔️ Side Effects of Envitor 330mg Tablet

• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Abnormal taste or body odor (fishy smell)

✔️ Quick Suggestions:

• Levocarnitine should be taken with food or as instructed by your doctor. Never take more than the prescribed dose.
• Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Report all your current medicines as well as your pre-existing medical conditions if any to your doctor before taking Levocarnitine.
• Monitor your blood glucose levels regularly while using Levocarnitine.
• Foods containing vitamin C like orange, lemon, kiwi, etc., can increase the carnitine levels in the body.
• Taking Levocarnitine along with dairy products may show a faster action.

✔️ Indication

Levocarnitine is a naturally occurring amino acid derivative that plays a crucial role in the conversion of fat into energy. It is often used as a nutritional supplement to treat carnitine deficiency, a condition where the body doesn't have enough carnitine, leading to various health issues. Envitor 330mg Tablet provides the necessary levocarnitine to support the body's energy metabolism.

✔️ Pharmacology

Natural Amino Acid:

• Levocarnitine is a naturally occurring amino acid.

Essential for Energy Metabolism:

• Essential for mammalian energy metabolism.

Facilitates Fatty Acid Entry:

• Facilitates the entry of long-chain fatty acids into cellular mitochondria.

Substrate for Oxidation:

• Provides substrate for oxidation.

Energy Production:

• Contributes to energy production in the form of Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP).

Tissue-Specific Energy Source:

• Fatty acids are the primary energy source in skeletal and cardiac muscle.

Excluded in the Brain:

• Except for the brain, where glucose is a primary energy source, all tissues utilize fatty acids for energy.

✔️ Dosage & Administration of Envitor 330mg Tablet

For Adults:

• Tablet: 330 mg
• Frequency: Two or three times daily

For Infants and Children:

• Dosage: 50 to 100 mg/kg/day
• Maximum Daily Dosage: 3 g/day
• Initial Dosage: Begin at 50 mg/kg/day
• Dosage Form: Divided doses

Note:

• Dosage may vary based on clinical response.
• It is essential to follow the prescribed dosage provided by the healthcare professional.

✔️ Interaction

Drug-Drug Interaction:

• May interact with blood thinners (warfarin, dicumarol).

Drug-Food Interaction:

• No interactions were found.

Drug-Disease Interaction:

• Should be used with caution in patients with:
  • Severe kidney disease
  • Liver disease
  • Diabetes
  • Seizures (fits)

✔️ Contraindications

If you are allergic to levocarnitine or any other ingredients of Envitor 330mg Tablet 

✔️ Pregnancy & Lactation

✔️ Precaution & Warnings:

Allergic Reaction:

• Do not use if allergic to Envitor 330mg Tablet  or any of its components.

Medical History:

• Inform your doctor about your medical history, especially if you have a history of:
  • Seizures (fits)
  • Liver disease
  • Kidney disease
  • Diabetes

Medication Use:

• Inform your doctor about all prescription and non-prescription medications, including vitamins and herbal supplements.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding:

• Do not take if pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by the doctor.

Pediatric Use:

• Safe for children below 12 years, infants, and newborns; consult the doctor for appropriate dosage.

Sucrose Content:

• Contains sucrose; inform your doctor if you have an intolerance to any sugars.

✔️ Storage Conditions

Keep away from the reach of children and pets. Do not use it after the expiry date.  Ensure that unused medicine is disposed of properly.