L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E
About
L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E belongs to the class of 'nutritional supplements,' primarily used to treat nutritional deficiencies. Nutritional deficiency occurs when the body is unable to absorb or get enough nutrients from food. L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E is also useful in improving cardiovascular functioning, conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, arthritis, and high cholesterol.
L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E contains L-Carnitine, L-Arginine, and Vitamin E. L-Carnitine or Levo-carnitine is a naturally occurring derivative of the amino acids, lysine and methionine. It helps the body produce energy from fat. L-Arginine is an amino acid which helps improve blood flow and stimulates the release of insulin, growth hormone and other substances necessary for body function. Vitamin E (Tocopherol) acts as an antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties.
Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E. Common side effects of L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E include stomach upset/pain, bloating, heartburn, diarrhoea, and nausea. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.
Let your doctor know if you use any suggested and non-suggested medications, including other vitamins, before starting L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E. Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E or other medicines. Inform your doctor beforehand if you have a history of liver, heart or kidney diseases or scheduled surgery. It is essential to let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E. Avoid consuming alcohol along with L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E to ensure maximum absorption of nutrients. L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E should be used in children only with the doctor's advice.
Uses of L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E
Medicinal Benefits
L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E contains L-Carnitine, L-Arginine, and Vitamin E. L-Carnitine or Levo-carnitine is a naturally occurring derivative of the amino acids, lysine and methionine. It helps the body produce energy from fat. L-Arginine is an amino acid that improves blood flow and thus is useful in treating heart diseases that are caused due to arterial plaque build-up, blood clots, and platelet clumping. Vitamin E (Tocopherol) acts as an antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties. It also lowers the chances of heart diseases, cancers, vision problems, and brain disorders.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E
- Nausea
- Stomach upset/pain
- Bloating
- Heartburn
- Diarrhoea
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have any heart, liver or kidney diseases before starting L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive before taking L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E. It is unknown if L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E is released into breast milk; hence please inform your doctor if you are a breastfeeding mother before starting L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E. There is limited data on how L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E affects alcohol intake or your driving ability; hence it is advised to consult your doctor if you have any concerns. L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E should not be given to children unless a doctor has suggested it.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E may interact with anticoagulants (warfarin), drugs to treat erectile dysfunction (sildenafil), heart-related drugs (isoproterenol), water pills, and antidiabetics.
Drug-Food Interaction: Limit alcohol intake during the treatment to get the maximum benefits of L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Before using L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E, let your doctor know if you have any heart, liver or kidney diseases and other pre-existing medical conditions.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionThere is limited data on L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E affects alcohol consumption. It is advised to consult your doctor for more information.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult your doctor before taking L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.
Breast Feeding
cautionThere is limited information on how L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E affects breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before taking L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E if you are a breastfeeding mother.
Driving
cautionL Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E usually does not interfere with your driving abilities. However, please drive and operate machinery only when you are mentally alert and focused.
Liver
cautionPlease consult your doctor before using L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E if you suffer from any liver disease.
Kidney
cautionPlease consult your doctor before using L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E if you suffer from any kidney impairment/kidney disease.
Children
cautionPlease consult your doctor before giving L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E to children. Your doctor will decide if L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E can be given to your child or not.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Maintain proper weight by following a healthy and well-balanced diet.
- Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
- Exercise regularly and try to avoid stress by practising meditation or yoga.
- Include more fruits and vegetables in your diet as they contain antioxidants.
- Limit foods with high cholesterol and saturated fats.
- Cut down on sugar, salt and processed foods.
- Drink plenty of water.
Special Advise
Inform your doctor that you are taking L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E if you undergo any medical tests or have scheduled surgery.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Nutritional deficiency: A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb or get enough nutrients from food. This condition occurs when a person's nutrient intake is lesser than the body's recommended requirement. It can lead to various health problems like a weak immune system, skin problems, digestion problems, defective bone growth, and neurological diseases.
FAQs
L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E contains L-Carnitine, L-Arginine, and Vitamin E. It treats nutritional deficiencies and prevents various diseases by protecting the cells against free radicals or toxins in the body due to pollution, smoking, ultra-violet rays, etc.
It is advised to take L Carnitine+l Arginine+vitamin E with food to avoid any stomach upset. Please consult your doctor for more information.
You are recommended to let your doctor know if you are suffering from an underactive thyroid, hormonal imbalance, alcohol dependence, heart-related disorders, hepatic and renal impairment before starting this medicine.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and follow your usual dosage.
