ELKAR 500MG TABLET belongs to the class of medications called 'Nutritional supplements' used to treat carnitine deficiency. A carnitine deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb or get enough amount of carnitine from food. Sometimes your body is unable to absorb carnitine even if you are consuming them. Symptoms of carnitine deficiency are weakness in the hips, shoulders, upper arms and legs, tiredness (fatigue), irritability, and delayed movement (motor) development.

ELKAR 500MG TABLET contains Levocarnitine, a naturally occurring amino acid derivative that helps your body turn fat into energy. It works by improving the low levels of carnitine in the body. Also, it is used for the prevention and treatment of carnitine deficiency in patients with end-stage renal disease who are undergoing dialysis.

Take ELKAR 500MG TABLET as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take ELKAR 500MG TABLET for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. Some people may experience nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of ELKAR 500MG TABLET do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to ELKAR 500MG TABLET or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using ELKAR 500MG TABLET. If you have a history of seizures (fits), liver disease, kidney disease, diabetes, or heart problems, please inform your doctor before using ELKAR 500MG TABLET. If you are taking any medicines or supplements, talk to your doctor before using ELKAR 500MG TABLET. ELKAR 500MG TABLET is safe to use in children, yet the doctor's consultation is advised.

ELKAR 500MG TABLET contains the nutritional supplement ‘Levocarnitine’ used in the treatment of carnitine deficiency. ELKAR 500MG TABLET is a naturally occurring amino acid derivative that helps your body turn fat into energy. It works by improving the low levels of carnitine in the body. ELKAR 500MG TABLET improves symptoms and increases exercise ability in people with heart problems. It is also used for weight loss and may have an impact on brain function. Alone or in combination with acetyl-L-carnitine, it increases sperm count and sperm movement in men with fertility problems. ELKAR 500MG TABLET improves symptoms such as rapid or pounding heartbeat, nervousness, and weakness in people with high thyroid hormone levels. Also, it is used for the prevention and treatment of carnitine deficiency in patients with end-stage renal disease who are undergoing dialysis.

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Abdominal cramps
• Diarrhoea

Do not use ELKAR 500MG TABLET if you are allergic to ELKAR 500MG TABLET or any of its contents. Let your doctor know if you have a history of seizures (fits), liver disease, kidney disease, diabetes before using ELKAR 500MG TABLET. Please inform your doctor if you are using any prescription and non-prescription medications you are taking, including vitamins, herbal supplements. Do not take ELKAR 500MG TABLET if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by the doctor. ELKAR 500MG TABLET safe to be given to children below 12 years of age, infants, and newborns, yet the doctor's consultation is advised. This medicine contains sucrose, so inform your doctor if you have an intolerance to any sugars.

Drug-Drug Interaction: ELKAR 500MG TABLET may interact with blood thinners (warfarin, dicumarol).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interaction found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: ELKAR 500MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney, liver disease, diabetes, seizures (fits).

• WARFARIN
• DICUMAROL

• Eat a diet rich in whole grains, vegetables, and fruits.
• Animal products like meat, fish, poultry and milk are the best sources. 
• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
• Maintain a healthy weight with proper diet and exercise.
• Increase the intake of calcium and magnesium-rich foods, including prunes, raisins, and orange juice.
• Opt for low-fat dairy products (low-fat yoghurt, fat-free milk, and cheese, etc.).
• Include more vegetables, fruits, low-fat dairy, whole grains, foods, and nuts products in your diet.
• Make a habit of regular exercising for at least 1-2 hours a day, or at least one should walk for about half an hour for good health.
• Instead of munching chips or sweets, eat unsalted nuts and frozen yoghurt, which is very good for health.
• Replace refined carbohydrates-containing foods with whole grain foods and increase the intake of fruits and veggies and other fibre-enriched foods.
• Reduce intake of saturated fat (or hidden fats) in food like chips, crisps, pastries, biscuits, and samosas. Choose omega-3 fatty acid-containing oils for daily cooking. For frying, you can use palm oil, mustard oil, groundnut oil, rice bran oil, and safflower oil.

Monitor your blood glucose levels regularly while using ELKAR 500MG TABLET. 

Carnitine deficiency: A carnitine deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb or get enough amount of carnitine from food. It is essential for a healthy life. Sometimes your body is unable to absorb carnitine even if you are consuming it. Carnitine deficiency can lead to many health problems like encephalopathy (severe brain dysfunction), myopathy (muscle disease), hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), cardiomyopathy (heart problem), or swelling (oedema). Symptoms of carnitine deficiency are weakness in the hips, shoulders, upper arms and legs, tiredness (fatigue), irritability, and delayed movement (motor) development.