Leecat 500mg Tablet

Levo-carnitine (500mg)

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Leecat 500mg Tablet belongs to a class of medications called amino acids. It is used in the treatment of carnitine deficiency. It helps the body produce energy and improve the efficiency of body function.

Written By Dr. Shreya Gupta, MDS (Oral Pathology & Microbiology), BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Ashish Ranjan, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS,
Last updated on 02 Nov 2024 | 01:01 AM (IST)

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Levo-carnitine (500mg)

Marketer

Johnlee Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

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Product introduction

Leecat 500mg Tablet should be taken with food and it should be chewed thoroughly before swallowing. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not start or stop taking this medicine without a doctor's prescription.

Leecat 500mg Tablet is usually a safe medicine, however, it may cause nausea and vomiting. Your doctor may suggest you to monitor your blood glucose levels regularly while you are taking the medicine.

Before starting the medicine, inform your doctor if you have any other medical conditions or are taking any other medications. Patients with severe kidney disease should not take this medicine unless prescribed by the doctor.

Uses of Leecat Tablet

Carnitine deficiency

Benefits of Leecat Tablet

Carnitine deficiency
Carnitine deficiency can lead to many problems such as muscle weakness, fatigue, problems with heart (such as heart enlargement), liver or brain (encephalopathy), confusion etc. Leecat 500mg Tablet contains amino acids that are very important for the normal growth and development of the internal organs, muscles and nerves. It helps to maintain normal functioning of the internal organs and maintains nerve conduction too. It has a major role in the generation of energy in our body, regulation of mood, healing and repair of damaged tissues and keeping our skin, nails and hair healthy. Keep taking it as prescribed by the doctor to get the maximum benefit.

Side effects of Leecat Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Leecat

Vomiting
Nausea

How to use Leecat Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Leecat 500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Leecat Tablet works

Levocarnitine belongs to the class of medications called as amino acid derivative. It works by improving the low levels of carnitine in the body.

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Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Leecat 500mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Leecat 500mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Leecat 500mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Leecat 500mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Leecat 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Leecat 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Leecat 500mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Leecat 500mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

Is Leecat 500mg Tablet a steroid?

Leecat 500mg Tablet is not a steroid. It contains Levo-carnitine which is a type of amino acid (made from the amino acids lysine and methionine). It helps in transporting fats to the cells, where fats get metabolized in order to produce energy. It is used to treat primary and secondary Levo-carnitine deficiency.

When can a carnitine deficiency occur?

Carnitine deficiency may be of two types, primary and secondary. Primary is genetic and may show symptoms by five years of age. Whereas, secondary may occur due to certain disorders like kidney problems (chronic kidney failure) and use of antibiotics that reduces its absorption and increases its excretion.

Does warfarin have any effect on Leecat 500mg Tablet?

In some patients, warfarin when taken along with Leecat 500mg Tablet may increase the time required for the formation of blood clot. Hence, before starting Leecat 500mg Tablet, inform your doctor if you are taking warfarin.

What is the best time to take Leecat 500mg Tablet?

Leecat 500mg Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. Generally, it is advised to be taken 3-4 times daily, preferably with meals or after meals.

Can Leecat 500mg Tablet be taken by diabetics?

Yes, Leecat 500mg Tablet can be taken by patients with diabetes. However, it is important to know that it contains sucrose. Some studies have shown that it may improve insulin sensitivity. Along with that, it may also be helpful in relieving nerve pain.

Does Leecat 500mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Leecat 500mg Tablet may very rarely cause diarrhea. This effect of the medicine can be reduced by decreasing the dose of Leecat 500mg Tablet. But, if you are taking oral solution then take it slowly or dilute it more.

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Chemical Class

Amino acids

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS

Action Class

Amino acids

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Marketer details

Name: Johnlee Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: 42/44, Babu Genu Road, Shop No. 06, 2nd Floor, Om Shanti Co-op Housing Society, Kalbadevi Road, Mumbai-400002. (India)

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General Information

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Marketer

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Product introduction

Uses of Leecat Tablet

Benefits of Leecat Tablet

Side effects of Leecat Tablet

How to use Leecat Tablet

How Leecat Tablet works

All substitutes for Leecat 500mg Tablet

Carnisure 500 Tablet

Nucarnit 500 Tablet

Carnimac Tablet

Lcarpro 500mg Tablet

Britered Tablet

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

Is Leecat 500mg Tablet a steroid?

When can a carnitine deficiency occur?

Does warfarin have any effect on Leecat 500mg Tablet?

What is the best time to take Leecat 500mg Tablet?

Can Leecat 500mg Tablet be taken by diabetics?

Does Leecat 500mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

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