Medication info

Eltin Tablets (L-Carnitine)

OTC medicationTabletApproval withdrawn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Approval withdrawn

MFDS item code 201803392 · Notified 2018.08.20

This product's status changed to Approval withdrawn on 2023.10.16. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Improvement of carnitine deficiency and ischemic myocardial metabolic disorders (such as angina)
Who uses it
Adults
Adult dosage
Adults: The usual dose is 2-3g of L-carnitine per day, divided into 2-3 doses, taken orally. The dose may be adjusted according to age and symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
NBK Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of carnitine deficiency and ischemic myocardial metabolic disorders (such as angina)

  • Primary carnitine deficiency
  • secondary carnitine deficiency
  • angina pectoris
  • acute myocardial infarction
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This medication is used for primary and secondary carnitine deficiency and myocardial metabolic disorders due to ischemic heart disease, such as angina pectoris or acute myocardial infarction.

Dosage and Administration

Adult dosage

Adults: The usual dose is 2-3g of L-carnitine per day, divided into 2-3 doses, taken orally. The dose may be adjusted according to age and symptoms.

Precautions

This medication should not be used in certain patients. Individuals who have allergic reactions to this medication or have allergies to soybean oil, soy, or peanuts should not take this medication. Additionally, patients with lipid metabolism issues such as hyperlipoproteinemia, diabetic dyslipidemia, or pancreatitis should use this medication cautiously. Caution is also needed when using lipid emulsions together. This medication may cause temporary side effects such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, or changes in body odor. Rarely, allergic reactions such as rash, hives, or facial swelling may occur. Particularly, patients with reduced kidney function may experience symptoms of muscle weakness, so caution is advised. For patients at risk of lipid overload, it is recommended to regularly check blood lipid levels during the use of this medication. If lipid excretion is insufficient, the dosage should be adjusted, and when using other lipid solutions concurrently, the amount should be reduced considering lipid content. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should only use this medication when the benefits of treatment outweigh the risks, as its safety has not been fully established. Furthermore, it is unclear whether this medication is secreted in breast milk, so caution should be exercised while breastfeeding.

Side effects

  • temporary area
  • vomiting
  • abdominal pain
  • diarrhea
  • body odor
  • rash
  • hives
  • facial swelling
  • myasthenia

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius to safely preserve the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

90 tablets (10 tablets/PTP packaging × 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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