Levocarnitine
Levocarnitine is indicated in the treatment of primary systemic carnitine deficiency. In the reported cases, the clinical presentation consisted of recurrent episodes of Reye-like encephalopathy, hypoketotic hypoglycemia, and/or cardiomyopathy. Associated symptoms included hypotonia, muscle weakness and failure to thrive.
Systematic Name
3-Carboxy-2(R)-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-1-propanaminium, inner salt
Brand Name(S)
Carnitor
Therapeutic Category
Carnitine deficiency
Suitable Formulations
Solid/Liquid/Injectable
Approvals
US DMF
EU-WC
