METACARTIN
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| Form | Oral solution |
|---|---|
| Active Substance | Levocarnitine |
| Presentation | Vial 10ml - No. 10 |
| Treatment Category | General group |
About the Product
COMPOSITION
Each vial (10 ml) contains:
levocarnitine 2.0 g.
INDICATIONS FOR USE
·primary and secondary carnitine deficiency;
·carnitine deficiency in patients with end-stage renal disease on hemodialysis;
·myocardial metabolic disorders in ischemic heart disease (acute myocardial infarction, post-infarction conditions, hypoperfusion in cardiogenic shock);
·prevention of cardiotoxicity during cytostatic therapy;
·conditions associated with decreased appetite and food reflexes, weight loss and wasting in adults and children (neurogenic anorexia, psychiatric disorders, dyscirculatory and traumatic encephalopathy; chronic gastritis with reduced secretory function, chronic pancreatitis with exocrine insufficiency; recovery period after severe illness or surgery; prematurity, birth trauma, neonatal respiratory distress syndrome; a syndrome similar to Reye’s syndrome (hypoglycemia, hypoketonemia, coma) in children receiving valproic acid; growth delay and underweight in children and adolescents under 16 years);
·mild hyperthyroidism in children and adolescents under 16 years;
·as part of complex therapy of skin diseases (psoriasis, seborrheic eczema, localized scleroderma, discoid lupus erythematosus);
· prolonged intensive physical training or other high physical нагрузки (as an anabolic and adaptogenic agent).
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
For oral use only.
Metacartin may be taken directly or diluted in water or fruit juice. It is administered at regular intervals 2–4 times daily, regardless of meals.
Adults and children over 12 years: 2–6 g per day.
Recommended dose is approximately 1 g per 50 kg body weight, 2–3 times daily. Initial dose: 50 mg/kg/day divided into 2–3 doses. The dose may be gradually increased depending on clinical response, tolerability, and physical activity.
Children under 12 years and neonates: 50–100 mg/kg/day, not exceeding 3 g/day.
For primary or secondary carnitine deficiency: 100–200 mg/kg/day in 2–4 doses; dose may be temporarily increased if needed.
In acute metabolic decompensation: up to 400 mg/kg/day.
In hemodialysis patients: maintenance dose 1 g/day, taken after dialysis.
In anorexia and recovery periods: 2 g twice daily (1–2 months).
In intensive physical activity: 1–2 g 2–3 times daily.
To stimulate appetite in chronic gastritis and pancreatitis: 500 mg twice daily (1–1.5 months).
Skin diseases: 1 g twice daily (2–4 weeks).
Growth delay and hyperthyroidism: 250 mg 2–3 times daily (20 days, may be repeated).
CNS vascular/toxic/traumatic disorders: 0.5–1 g daily (3–5 days, repeat if necessary).
Treatment duration: 1–12 months, or lifelong if required.
DOSAGE FORM
Oral solution 2 g / 10 ml, vial No. 10
PHARMACOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
Pharmacodynamics
Metacartin is a drug for correction of metabolic processes.
Levocarnitine is a naturally occurring substance related to B-group vitamins. It participates in metabolism as a carrier of fatty acids across cell membranes from the cytoplasm into mitochondria, where they undergo β-oxidation producing large amounts of energy (ATP).
By releasing coenzyme A, levocarnitine enhances the entry of metabolites into the Krebs cycle. It also stimulates pyruvate dehydrogenase activity in skeletal muscles and oxidation of branched-chain amino acids.
The drug normalizes protein and fat metabolism, restores alkaline blood reserve, inhibits formation of ketone acids and anaerobic glycolysis, reduces lactic acidosis, increases motor activity and exercise tolerance, and promotes glycogen conservation and increased hepatic glycogen stores.
Pharmacokinetics
After oral administration, levocarnitine bioavailability is 15.9%. It distributes into all body tissues, with highest concentrations in liver, skeletal muscles, and myocardium.
Peak plasma concentration is reached in 3.3 hours, and therapeutic levels persist for about 9 hours.
It is excreted mainly by the kidneys as acyl esters.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.
ADVERSE REACTIONS
Pain in the epigastric region, dyspeptic symptoms, and a possible specific body odor. The occurrence or increase in seizure frequency has been reported in patients with a history of seizure disorders.
DRUG INTERACTIONS
No drug interactions with Metacartin have been described.
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
In patients with diabetes mellitus, the use of Metacartin may lead to hypoglycemia due to improved glucose utilization. Therefore, blood glucose levels should be regularly monitored during treatment, and adjustment of antidiabetic drugs and insulin may be required.
Effects on ability to drive and operate machinery
The drug does not affect the ability to drive vehicles or operate machinery.
Use during pregnancy and lactation
Metacartin may be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding only if the expected benefit to the mother outweighs the potential risk to the fetus or infant.