Patient Medication Information: uses, side effects, how to take - Odan Levocarnitine
What the medication is used for:
ODAN LEVOCARNITINE is used to treat carnitine deficiency, a rare disorder in which body levels of carnitine, an amino acid, is less than what is needed for the normal function of the body.
What it does:
ODAN LEVOCARNITINE is given to supplement the normal diet with carnitine to be able to process foods, especially fats and convert them to energy to work the muscles and organs in the body properly.
When it should not be used:
Do not use ODAN LEVOCARNITINE if you are allergic to carnitine or any of the ingredients in the product (see below).
What the medicinal ingredient is:
levocarnitine
What the nonmedicinal ingredients are:
Wild Cherry Flavor, D,L- Malic Acid, Purified Water, Sucrose Syrup. Methylparaben NF and Propylparaben NF are added as preservatives.
What dosage forms it comes in:
Oral Solution 1 g / 10 mL (100 mg / mL)
BEFORE you use ODAN LEVOCARNITINE talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you:
- have kidney disease
- have diabetes or are on a low-calorie diet as ODAN LEVOCARNITINE contains sucrose
are pregnant or could be pregnant
- are breastfeeding
have a history of seizures
Drugs that may interact with ODAN LEVOCARNITINE include:
- anticoagulants (acenocoumarol and warfarin)
Usual dose:
ODAN LEVOCARNITINE Oral Solution may be taken alone or dissolved in a drink or other liquid food. Doses should be spaced evenly throughout the day (every three or four hours) preferably during or following meals and should be consumed slowly in order to limit side effects.
Adults
The recommended oral dosage is 1 to 3 g / day for a 50 kg person, which is equivalent to 10 to 30 mL / day of ODAN LEVOCARNITINE Oral Solution. Dosage should start at 1 g / day (10 mL / day), and be increased slowly.
Pediatrics (<18 years of age)
The recommended oral dosage for infants and children is 50 to 100 mg / kg / day which is equivalent to 0.5 mL / kg / day ODAN LEVOCARNITINE Oral Solution. Dosage should start at 50 mg / kg / day, and be increased slowly to a maximum of 3 g / day (30 mL / day).
Overdose:
Missed Dose:
If a dose of this medication has been missed, it should be taken as soon as possible unless it is almost time for the next dose. In this case, skip the missed dose and go back to the regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses together.
Side effects include:
- vomiting, nausea, upset stomach, diarrhea, abdominal cramps
- abnormal taste
- body odour (“fishy” smell)
- headache
If any of these affects you severely, tell your doctor or pharmacist.
ABOUT THIS MEDICATION
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
INTERACTIONS WITH THIS MEDICATION
PROPER USE OF THIS MEDICATION
In case of drug overdose, contact a health care practitioner, hospital emergency department or regional Poison Control Centre immediately, even if there are no symptoms.
SIDE EFFECTS AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT THEM
IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ
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| SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS, HOW OFTEN THEY HAPPEN AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT THEM | |||||||
| Symptom / effect | Talk with your doctor or pharmacist | Stop taking drug and get immediate medical help | |||||
| Only if severe | In all cases | ||||||
| Common | High Blood Pressure: headache, dizziness, vision problems, shortness of breath | ✓ | |||||
Abnormal Heartbeat: palpitations | ✓ | ||||||
| Decreased Platelets: bleeding or bruising, fatigue and weakness | ✓ | ||||||
| Anemia: fatigue, loss of energy, weakness, shortness of breath | ✓ | ||||||
Bronchitis: coughing and difficulty breathing | ✓ | ||||||
| Increased levels of calcium: increased thirst, frequent urination, nausea, vomiting, constipation, bone pain, confusion and fatigue | ✓ | ||||||
| Uncommon | Allergic Reaction: difficulty swallowing or breathing, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, rash | ✓ | |||||
| Seizure | ✓ | ||||||
| Rare | Low Blood Sugar | ✓ | |||||
| Rhabdomyolysis: muscle pain that you cannot explain, muscle tenderness or weakness, dark brown urine | ✓ | ||||||
| Very Rare | Injection Site Reaction: redness, swelling, tenderness | ✓ | |||||
Signs of dermatitis exfoliative: Rash, redness, widespread blistering or peeling of the skin and mucosa (mouth) | ✓ | ||||||
This is not a complete list of side effects. For any unexpected effects while taking ODAN LEVOCARNITINE, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
HOW TO STORE IT
ODAN LEVOCARNITINE Oral Solution should be stored at room temperature (15-30°C). Avoid high temperatures or heat such as in hot weather and direct contact from the sun. Protect from freezing.
Keep out of reach and sight of children.
REPORTING SUSPECTED SIDE EFFECTS
You can report any suspected side effects associated with the use of health products to the Canada Vigilance Program by:
NOTE: Contact your health professional if you need information about how to manage your side effects. The Canada Vigilance Program does not provide medical advice. |
MORE INFORMATION
For more information, please contact your doctor, pharmacist or other healthcare professional.
This document plus the full product monograph, prepared for health professionals can be obtained by contacting the sponsor, Odan Laboratories Limited at: 1-800-387-9342.
Date prepared: September 5, 2019