Vernace 500mg Tablet 10s
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VERNACE TABLET contains Levocarnitine, which belongs to the group of medicines called Amino acid derivatives. It is used to manage levocarnitine deficiency. Levocarnitine deficiency can occur either due to a systemic deficiency at birth, various metabolic disorder, or due to end-stage kidney disease and haemodialysis management.
The symptoms of levocarnitine deficiency may include muscle weakness (muscles of the hips, shoulders, neck, jaw, and even heart muscles), fatigue, low blood sugar, stomach pain, growth retardation, brain function defects, etc.
Before taking VERNACE TABLET, your doctor may want you to take blood tests to check for the existing amount of levocarnitine in circulation to determine the correct dosage for you. VERNACE TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with a history of fits or severely compromised renal function. Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have diabetes.
VERNACE TABLET should be used with caution among pregnant or breastfeeding women; therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. The most common side effects of taking VERNACE TABLET are vomiting, nausea, stomach pain, diarrhea, headache, an abnormal taste, or body odour (a fishy smell). Contact your doctor if any of your symptoms get worse.
Uses:
- primary systemic carnitine deficiency by birth
- secondary carnitine deficiency due to certain metabolic disorders that result in the accumulation of abnormal and toxic metabolites (Ex. methyl malonic aciduria, propionic acidemia, glutaric aciduria and medium chain fatty acetyl dehydrogenase deficiency
- secondary carnitine deficiency due to hemodialysis
Directions of Use
VERNACE TABLET is to be taken as advised by the doctor. Take the medicine preferably after meals. Use water to swallow it. Do not crush or chew VERNACE TABLET. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you, depending on your age, body weight and disease conditions.
Side effects
Stop taking VERNACE TABLET and consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following:
