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AntiFat Tablets (L-Carnitine)

AntiFat Tablets (L-Carnitine)

OTC medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
L-Carnitine›330mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Kujoo Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White round film-coated tablets
Packaging
90 tablets (10 tablets/PTP packaging x 9)
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201705505 · Notified 2017.07.10

Summary

Main use
Treatment of carnitine deficiency and myocardial metabolic disorders due to ischemic heart disease
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Administer 2-3 g of L-carnitine per day orally in 2-3 divided doses (take). Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Kujoo Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of carnitine deficiency and myocardial metabolic disorders due to ischemic heart disease

  • Primary carnitine deficiency
  • secondary carnitine deficiency
  • angina
  • acute myocardial infarction
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This medication is used for primary and secondary carnitine deficiency and cardiac metabolic disorders caused by ischemic heart disease, such as angina and acute myocardial infarction.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 2-3 g of L-carnitine per day orally in 2-3 divided doses (take). Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

Precautions

This medication should not be used in patients with specific allergic reactions. In particular, patients with hypersensitivity to this medication or allergic to soybean oil, soy, or peanuts should avoid taking it. Patients with lipid metabolism issues, such as hyperlipoproteinemia or diabetic dyslipidemia, and pancreatitis should use this medication with caution. As this medication contains a lipid emulsion, care should be taken when administering it to such patients. Temporary side effects such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and changes in body odor may occur upon administration. Allergic reactions such as skin rash, urticaria, or facial swelling have also been reported. In patients with impaired renal function, symptoms such as muscle weakness may occur, so caution is required. Patients at high risk of fat overload should check their serum lipid levels before taking this medication. If the excretion of body fat is not smooth, the dosage should be adjusted. If other medications containing lipid components are being used concurrently, the amount of lipid contained in this medication must be taken into consideration for dosage adjustment. Pregnant women or women who may become pregnant should only take this medication when the benefits of treatment outweigh the risks, as its safety has not been established. Also, in the case of breastfeeding, caution should be exercised due to the possibility of this medication being transmitted through breast milk.

Side effects

  • Transient localized area
  • vomiting
  • abdominal pain
  • diarrhea
  • body odor
  • rash
  • urticaria
  • facial swelling
  • myasthenia

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Interactions

Drug interactions

This medication should be discussed with a doctor or pharmacist if used with intravenous lipid preparations.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air and moisture, and it is recommended to keep it at a temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the drug's effectiveness and prevents deterioration.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

90 tablets (10 tablets/PTP packaging x 9)

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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