L-Carnitine (Levocarnitine)

Uses

Levo-carnitine is used in the treatment of carnitine deficiency.

How it Works

How Levo-carnitine works: Levocarnitine belongs to the class of medications known as amino acid derivatives. It functions by enhancing the low levels of carnitine in the body.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Levo-carnitine include palpitations, paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), anemia (low number of red blood cells), headache, increased calcium levels in the blood, high blood pressure, vertigo, gastrointestinal disorders, weakness, back pain, chest pain, fever, injection site reactions, tachycardia, arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats), dark-colored stool, electrolyte imbalance, leg cramps, dizziness, respiratory disorders, eye disorders, taste changes, and urinary tract infections.

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