Lecastep Injection
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Lecastep Injection belongs to a class of medications called amino acids. It is used in the treatment of carnitine deficiency. It helps the body produce energy and improves the efficiency of body function.
Lecastep Injection is used to treat many disorders caused due to decreased levels of chemicals (proteins and amino acids) in the body
Lecastep Injection is used to treat many disorders caused due to decreased levels of chemicals (proteins and amino acids) in the body
Uses of Lecastep Injection
- Carnitine deficiency
Benefits of Lecastep Injection
In Carnitine deficiency
Carnitine deficiency can lead to many problems such as muscle weakness, fatigue, problems with heart (such as heart enlargement), liver or brain (encephalopathy), confusion etc. Lecastep Injection contains amino acids that are very important for the normal growth and development of the internal organs, muscles and nerves. It helps to maintain normal functioning of the internal organs and maintains nerve conduction too. It has a major role in the generation of energy in our body, regulation of mood, healing and repair of damaged tissues and keeping our skin, nails and hair healthy.
Side effects of Lecastep Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Lecastep
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
How to use Lecastep Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Lecastep Injection works
Levocarnitine belongs to the class of medications called as amino acid derivative. It works by improving the low levels of carnitine in the body.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Lecastep Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lecastep Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lecastep Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Lecastep Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Lecastep Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lecastep Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lecastep Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Lecastep Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Lecastep Injection?
If you miss a dose of Lecastep Injection, consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Monitor your blood glucose levels regularly during levocarnitine treatment.
- Do not take this drug if you are allergic to levocarnitine or any of its ingredients.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Amino acids
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS
Action Class
Amino acids
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Lecastep Injection a steroid?
Lecastep Injection is not a steroid. It contains Levo-carnitine which is a type of protein (made from the amino acids lysine and methionine). It helps in transporting fats to the cells, where fats get metabolized in order to produce energy. It is used to treat primary and secondary Levo-carnitine deficiency.
When can a carnitine deficiency occur?
Carnitine deficiency may be of two types, primary and secondary. Primary is genetic and may show symptoms by five years of age. Whereas, secondary may occur due to certain disorders like kidney problems (chronic kidney failure) and use of antibiotics that reduces its absorption and increases its excretion.
Does warfarin have any effect on Lecastep Injection?
In some patients, warfarin when taken along with Lecastep Injection may increase the time required for the formation of blood clot. Hence, before starting Lecastep Injection, inform your doctor if you are taking warfarin.
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- Levo-carnitine. Bedford, Ohio: Ben Venue laboratries; 2000. [Accessed 05 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Levocarnitine [Prescribing Information]. Berkeley Heights, NJ: Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc.; 2023. [Accessed 08 Jul. 2023]. (online) Available from:
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Name: Fibovil Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: Plot No. 398, Industrial Area, Phase-1, Panchkula 134113
Country of origin: India
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