Carnihenz
Carnihenz Products are primarily used for
Carnitine deficiency
About Carnihenz Products
Uses of Carnihenz Products
Levo-carnitine is used in the treatment of carnitine deficiency.
Carnihenz Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Carnihenz are Nausea1a, Vomiting.
How Carnihenz Products work
Levocarnitine belongs to the class of medications called as amino acid derivative. It works by improving the low levels of carnitine in the body.
Patient Concerns about Carnihenz Products
Frequently asked questions about Carnihenz Products
Frequently asked questions about Levo-carnitine
Q. Is Carnihenz 1gm Injection a steroid?
Carnihenz 1gm Injection 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.
Q. When can a carnitine deficiency occur?
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.
Q. Does warfarin have any effect on Carnihenz 1gm Injection?
In some patients, warfarin when taken along with Carnihenz 1gm Injection may increase the time required for the formation of blood clot. Hence, before starting Carnihenz 1gm Injection, inform your doctor if you are taking warfarin.
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