Carion-E

Carnitine deficiency may be of two types, primary and secondary. Primary is genetic and may show symptoms by five years of age. Whereas, secondary may occur due to certain disorders like kidney problems (chronic kidney failure) and use of antibiotics that reduces its absorption and increases its excretion.

In some patients, warfarin when taken along with Levo-carnitine may increase the time required for the formation of blood clot. Hence, before starting Levo-carnitine, inform your doctor if you are taking warfarin.

Levo-carnitine is not a steroid. It contains Levo-carnitine which is a type of protein (made from the amino acids lysine and methionine). It helps in transporting fats to the cells, where fats get metabolized in order to produce energy. It is used to treat primary and secondary Levo-carnitine deficiency.

Yes. Vitamin E is very good for the skin. It protects against harmful ultraviolet rays, prevents any sunburns or tanning, nourishes skin with essential antioxidants and combats ageing. Its antioxidant effects destroy any harmful toxins, moisturise your skin and make your skin smooth and healthy. It will also prevent fine lines, wrinkles and other signs of ageing. This improves your appearance and boosts your self-confidence too.

There are many food items that contain vitamin E naturally. They are vegetable oils (such as wheat germ, sunflower, safflower, corn, and soybean oils), nuts (such as almonds, peanuts, walnut, and hazelnut), green leafy vegetables (such as spinach and broccoli), cereals, fruit juices etc. Taking such foods in your daily diet will help you get more vitamin E and improve your overall health.

Yes. Vitamin E helps improve immunity. It strengthens your immune system, and increases your ability to fight infections. The antioxidants that are present in Vitamin E, prevent any harmful toxins from damaging the various organs in our body.

There is no clarity on the use of Vitamin E in pregnancy. However, if you are pregnant or planning to conceive, consult your doctor before taking Vitamin E. You may take it only if prescribed by your doctor.

Vitamin E is safe to be taken daily. However, it should be taken in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Yes, there are some medicines that should be avoided or used with caution while taking Vitamin E like, oral contraceptives, blood thinners, or medicines used to treat certain bleeding disorders. Make sure to inform your doctor if you ever had a blood clot (thrombosis), or if you suffer from a bleeding condition caused due to lack of vitamin K.