Joint Formulary & PAD

Levocarnitine - Metabolic disorders

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Status 1

Red
Formulations :
  • Capsules
Associated Icons :
BNF SPC
NHSE
R
Restrictions / Comments :
 

Status 2

Red
Formulations :
  • Oral solution
Associated Icons :
BNF SPC
NHSE
R
Restrictions / Comments :
Important

30% paediatric solution (1.5 gram in 5ml)

Documentation

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PAD Profile

ChemicalSubstance :
Levocarnitine
Indication :
Metabolic disorders
Group Name :
Keywords :
carnitine deficiency, L-carnitine, Urea cycle disorders
Brand Names Include :
Important Information :

NHSE specialised commissioned services only. Not commissioned from any acute Trust in Surrey Heartlands.

However, this drug may be used in the emergency treatment of urea cycle disorders in patients on acute admission

Latest Additions Date From :
Latest Additions Date To :
Guidelines :
Supporting Documents :
0
Traffic Light Entries :
2

Other Indications

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Other Drugs

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Committee Recommendations (0)

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