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Levocarnitine

Levocarnitine is an injection used to treat and prevent carnitine deficiency.

Clinical information

Common uses

carnitine deficiency from inborn errors of metabolism
carnitine deficiency in dialysis patients

Common side effects

feeling sick
being sick
body odour
stomach irritation (gastritis)

Cautions

seizures reported; can worsen existing seizure conditions
serious allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) have occurred

Interactions

warfarin (blood thinner; INR can rise — monitor)

Pregnancy: only if clearly needed

Reference information, not medical advice — always follow your doctor or pharmacist. Source: DailyMed, dailymed.nlm.nih.gov, levocarnitine injection label, setid 1f38ab0d-ef89-4e92-990f-9da190057e17 (accessed 2026-08-16)

Approved brands & formulations1

Brand name	Dosage form	Strength	Importer	Category
Levocarnitine	Tablet	500mg	—	POM