Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid
About
Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid belongs to the class of medications called 'anti-convulsants' used for Epilepsy/Seizures. Epilepsy is a central nervous system (neurological) disorder in which brain activity becomes abnormal, causing seizures or periods of unusual behaviour, sensations, and sometimes loss of awareness.
Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid composed of three medicines namely: Levocarnitine, Tocopherol(vitamin E), and Valproic acid. Levocarnitine is a naturally occurring amino acid derivative that helps your body turn fat into energy. Vitamin E is a type of antioxidant, a substance that protects cells from damage. Valproic acid is an antiepileptic medication. It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain. Thus Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid together improves the disease condition.
Take Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. Some people may experience headache, dizziness, blurred vision, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, hair loss, weight gain, tremor, double vision, diarrhoea, impaired coordination, increased appetite, weakness, stomach pain, rash, bruising and bleeding. Most of these side effects of Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid 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 Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid 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 Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid. If you have a history of seizures (fits), liver disease, kidney disease, diabetes, heart problems, bleeding disorders, pancreatitis. Please inform your doctor before using Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid. If you are taking any medicines or supplements, talk to your doctor before using Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid. Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid is safe to use in children, yet the doctor's consultation is advised.
Uses of Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid
Medicinal Benefits
Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid composed of three medicines namely: Levocarnitine, Tocopherol(vitamin E), and Valproic acid belong to the class of medications called 'anti-convulsants' used for Epilepsy/Seizures. Levocarnitine is a naturally occurring amino acid derivative that helps your body turn fat into energy. Vitamin E is a type of antioxidant, a substance that protects cells from damage. Valproic acid is an antiepileptic medication. It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain. Thus Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid together improves the disease condition.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Weakness
- Stomach pain
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
If you are known to be allergic to Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid 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 Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid. If you have a history of seizures (fits), liver disease, kidney disease, diabetes, heart problems, bleeding disorders, pancreatitis. Please inform your doctor before using Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid. If you are taking any medicines or supplements, talk to your doctor before using Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid. Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid is safe to use in children, yet the doctor's consultation is advised. Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid should be used with caution in patients with Systemic lupus erythematosus due to the risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts. Appropriate dose adjustments should be done in patients with depression or suicidal tendencies. Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid should be used with caution before, during, and after surgery.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug interactions: Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid interacts with drugs like anti-epileptics (lamotrigine), anti-emetic (metoclopramide), anticoagulant (warfarin, heparin), estrogens (ethinyl estradiol), antibiotics (imipenem), anti-hiv (zidovudine), anti-viral (tipranavir).
Drug-Food interactions: Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid may interact with alcohol.
Drug-Disease interactions: Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid may interact with diseases like seizures (fits), liver disease, kidney disease, CNS disorders, diabetes, heart problems, bleeding disorders, pancreatitis, depression, systemic lupus erythematosus.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionConsumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of side effects such as dizziness, difficulty in concentration, drowsiness, etc. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid.
Pregnancy
cautionLevocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid is not recommended for use in pregnant women except in life-threatening conditions. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
Breast Feeding
cautionLevocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.
Driving
cautionLevocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid cause dizziness. So caution should be taken while driving/operating a machine.
Liver
cautionLevocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid used with caution in liver diseases. Please consult your doctor before taking Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid.
Kidney
cautionLevocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid used with caution in kidney diseases. Please consult your doctor before taking Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid.
Children
cautionLevocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid should be used with caution in children below 12 years of age. So please consult your doctor before using Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Avoid taking stimulants such as tea, coffee, chocolate, sugar, sweets, soft drinks, excess salt, spices, and animal proteins may trigger seizures by suddenly changing the body's metabolism.
- The ketogenic diet includes high-fat foods such as bacon, eggs, mayonnaise, butter, hamburgers, and heavy cream, with certain fruits, vegetables, nuts, avocados, cheeses, and fish will control epilepsy.
- Follow a sleep routine.
- Do not drink alcohol.
- Quit smoking.
Special Advise
- Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid should not be stopped suddenly. Inform your doctor before stopping Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Epilepsy: Epilepsy is a central nervous system (neurological) disorder in which brain activity becomes abnormal, causing seizures or periods of unusual behaviour, sensations, and sometimes loss of awareness. Symptoms include temporary confusion, a staring spell, uncontrollable jerking movements of legs and hands, loss of consciousness, psychic symptoms such as fear and anxiety.
FAQs
Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid composed of three medicines namely: Levocarnitine, Tocopherol(vitamin E), and Valproic acid. Levocarnitine is a naturally occurring amino acid derivative that helps your body turn fat into energy. Vitamin E is a type of antioxidant, a substance that protects cells from damage. Valproic acid is an antiepileptic medication. It controls seizures or fits by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain. Thus Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid together improves the disease condition.
Common side effects of Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid are headache, dizziness, blurred vision, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, hair loss, weight gain, tremor, double vision, diarrhoea, impaired coordination, increased appetite, weakness, stomach pain, rash, bruising and bleeding. Most of these side effects of Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid should not be stopped suddenly. Inform your doctor before stopping Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid.
Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid should be used with caution in diseases like seizures (fits), liver disease, kidney disease, diabetes, heart problems, bleeding disorders, pancreatitis.
Levocarnitine+tocopherol+valproic Acid should be used with extreme caution in patients having an active bleeding disorder such as peptic ulcers, haemophilia, etc., due to the increased risk of excessive bleeding. Special caution is advised if the patient is vitamin K deficient.
