Elkar: instructions for use

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Elkar® is a medicinal product created on the basis of a unique natural substance L-carnitine (levocarnitine). Synthesized in the human body, l-carnitine helps to activate metabolic processes - it gives us energy by promoting its formation from fats. However, it is often extremely insufficient. And then Elkar comes to the rescue.

Elkar energizes, restores strength and vigor, gives a good mood, creates new opportunities for a new day!

Elkar ® reduces fatigue, improves immunity, accelerates recovery from illnesses, helps improve your figure, increasing the effectiveness of diet and fitness.

The effectiveness and safety of the drug have been confirmed by scientific research and many years of clinical experience in clinical studies; Elkar ® can be recommended for adults and children from the first days of life.

Contraindications, indications for Elkar therapy

The instructions for the medication contain the following recommendations for the use of the drug as part of systemic treatment:

to increase performance indicators, reduce fatigue in stressful situations and heavy physical activity;
activation of regeneration processes after medical procedures, injuries, illnesses;
chronic forms of gastroduodenitis, pancreatitis - with decreased secretion production;
dermatological pathologies, including psoriasis, disseborrheic dermatitis, chronic connective tissue lesions, DLE;
mild forms of hyperthyroidism, eating disorders;
suppression of symptoms of neurological pathologies associated with intoxication, trauma, vascular diseases;
replenishment of carnitine deficiency.

For children under 3 years of age, Elkar is prescribed:

after oxygen starvation or fetal injury during labor;
with slow weight gain, weakness of the sucking reflex;
decreased muscle tone;
delayed development and growth up to the age of sixteen.

During intense training, the medication improves speed, strength, and coordination of movements. Can be used to accelerate recovery after heavy physical activity.

Effervescent granules of Elkar are prescribed for similar indicators. The medicine is contraindicated for use in patients with individual intolerance to the component composition. For the granular form, the limitation is the patient’s minor age.

Elkar - a drug based on L-carnitine

Amino acids and vitamin-like substances are activators of a wide variety of biological processes. One of these amino acids is L-carnitine (levocarnitine), which is structurally reminiscent of B vitamins.

Despite the fact that this amino acid is synthesized in the body, there are a number of diseases and developmental abnormalities in which there is a deficiency. In order to replenish the existing deficiency, the drug Elkar was synthesized.

Elkar-20, 30% is a universal corrector and stimulator of energy metabolism, which improves the activity of the nervous system and brain structures in general; promotes recovery of the body after operations and diseases; improves the condition of organs and systems of the body; supports the ability to withstand high loads. Elkar-20, 30% belongs to the group of drugs containing levocarnitine, which takes an active part in metabolism and the formation of human energy potential.

Elkar-20, 30% increases enzymatic activity and secretion of gastrointestinal juices, thereby improving food absorption.

Elcar is an analogue of L-carnitine, a carrier of fatty acids through cell membranes into mitochondria from the cytoplasm, where β-oxidative processes subsequently occur with the formation of ATP and acetyl-CoA.

Release form

The drug is available in bottles (25/50/100 ml) in the form of a colorless, transparent or lightly colored solution of various concentrations - 20 and 30% (Elkar 20 and Elkar 30 percent). A specific odor may be present when opening the bottle. Also available as a solution in ampoules of 5 ml and Elkar tablets (in the form of chewable tablets).

Elkar - composition and indications for use

The drug Elkar has the following composition:

the main active ingredient is levocarnitine;
excipients - methyl parahydroxybenzoate, propyl parahydroxybenzoate, citric acid monohydrate, purified water.

Indications for use of the drug Elkar - 20, 30%:

As a rule, it is part of complex therapy for the following conditions:

intense psycho-emotional and physical stress, increased fatigue, reduced performance and endurance (especially in the elderly);
during the period of rehabilitation after illnesses and surgical interventions;
in the complex treatment of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, skin diseases, mild hyperthyroidism, traumatic and neurological lesions of the brain, and with a lack of carnitine in the body.

The drug Elkar is widely prescribed to children. In pediatric practice, Elkar is indicated for children with a number of deviations from the norm in newborns. Elkar is prescribed to children under one year of age when caring for newborns with birth trauma, premature babies who have suffered asphyxia. Elkar is also prescribed to infants with insufficient development of mental and motor functions, with a sluggish sucking reflex, decreased muscle tone, and low weight gain. It is recommended to prescribe Elkar to children under one year of age and in order to prevent such disorders in children at risk. Elkar is recommended for children and older adults - children and adolescents under 16 years of age with underweight and stunted growth.

Elkar - application and dosage

The drug Elkar is used in the following dosages and methods:

1. For adults, Elkar is prescribed 30 minutes before meals, orally, diluted with additional liquid.

for thyrotoxicosis and growth retardation - 0.25 g 3 times a day for 20 days;
to increase appetite and weight gain for patients with chronic pancreatitis and gastritis - 0.5 g 2 times a day, for 1-1.5 months;
for prolonged high physical activity, a dose of 1-2 g is prescribed 2-3 times a day 30 minutes before meals.

2. Elkar for children, dosage:

Elkar is prescribed to infants (up to one year old) 3 times in a single dose of 10 drops (0.075 g) per day as an additive to juices, jelly, compotes);
Elkar for children under 2 years of age with genetic diseases and primary/secondary deficiency is prescribed in doses of 0.15 g/kg/day, for children aged 2 to 6 years – in a dose of 0.1 g/kg/day;
Elkar is prescribed to children 6-12 years old at a dose of 0.75 g/kg/day, and after 12 years to adults - at a dose of 2-4 g/kg/day.

Elkar is prescribed to children under 3 years of age under the supervision of a doctor. Elkar for children, the dosage can be prescribed individually depending on the age, disease and condition of the child.

Contraindications for use

Taking Elkar is contraindicated in the presence of individual intolerance (history of hypersensitivity) to the drug as a whole, or if the body is intolerant to taking individual components of Elkar. Due to the lack of reliable scientific research, the use of Elkar during pregnancy, as well as during breastfeeding unless absolutely necessary, is not recommended.

Elkar - side effects

When taking the drug Elkar, side effects are possible in the form of allergic reactions, as well as from the gastrointestinal tract: pain in the epigastric region, dyspepsia. If side effects are detected, taking Elcar should be discontinued or its dosage reduced.

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Dosages from the instructions, methods of using Elkar

The medicine is taken half an hour before meals; the dose, frequency and duration depend on the form of release. The ready-made solution is prescribed in complex treatment:

prolonged psycho-emotional and physical stress - 0.5 scoop up to three times a day or 1.5 m. l. twice a day;
anorexia nervosa, postoperative period, recovery from illness - 1 m.l. twice a day, for 1-2 calendar months;
chronic form of pancreatitis, gastritis with reduced secretion – 0.5 m.l. within 2-4 weeks;
mild hyperthyroidism – 250 mg up to 3 times a day, therapy lasts up to 20 days, after a two-month break the treatment is repeated, continuous procedures are allowed for 3 months;
vascular, traumatic, toxic lesions of the brain - 0.5 m.l. per day, up to 5 days in a row, if necessary, the course is repeated after 2 weeks;
carnitine deficiency - from 50 to 100 mg per kilogram of weight, three times a day, up to 4 months in a row.

In childhood, the medicine is added to sweet drinks or jelly:

up to 3 years – the dosage is calculated by the pediatrician for each child separately;
from 3 to 6 years – 0.1 g up to 3 times a day, for a month, the daily dose should not exceed 0.3 g;
from 6 to 12 years – single dosage of 0.3 g, up to 3 times a day, for 30 days;
retardation in growth and development - 0.25 g three times a day, no more than three weeks in a row, the course is repeated after a month's break or initially carried out for one quarter in a row.

Intense sports – 2.5 g three times a day, when used for therapeutic purposes up to 0.1 g per kilogram of weight. The course lasts up to 1-2 months.

The instructions for preparing Elkara effervescent granules specify that the contents of the package are dissolved in a glass of water at room temperature and consumed immediately after preparation. The frequency of doses and volume of the drug depends on the type of pathology:

psycho-emotional and physical stress – up to 2 packets three times a day;
anorexia nervosa, recovery period after illness or surgery - 1 sachet three times a day, up to 2 months in a row;
carnitine deficiency – up to 7 packets per day for 4 months.

For heavy training, the drug is prescribed up to 3 packets per day, for therapeutic manipulations - from 5 to 7 units per day. Treatment lasts 1-2 months.

Elkar

Elkar (levocarnitine) is a drug that improves metabolism and helps provide tissues with energy. The normal course of metabolic processes in the human body is under constant threat. Stress, excessive physical and mental stress, pregnancy, breastfeeding, errors in diet, surgical interventions, side effects of certain medications - all these factors can have a negative impact on metabolism. Levocarnitine (L-carnitine) is a substance that can ensure normal metabolism and replenish energy deficiency. In some sources it is called vitamin B or B11, but this is not entirely true, because Unlike true vitamins, it can be synthesized in the body. Its biological role is to provide energy to tissues that experience the greatest physiological stress - skeletal muscles, brain, liver and especially the heart (lack of levocarnitine can provoke cardiomyopathy). L-carnitine acts as a carrier of fatty acids to the “energy furnaces” of the body - cellular mitochondria, where they are utilized and release a large amount of energy. The lack of this substance is manifested by rapidly developing fatigue, weakened immunity, dyspeptic disorders, and hypersensitivity reactions. In stressful situations, there is an increased elimination of L-carnitine from the body, as a result of which it is necessary to supply it from the outside. In 2000, domestic pharmaceutical technologists created the drug Elkar, the key active ingredient in which is the biological “passionary” - the active L-isomer of carnitine. Provided the recommended dosage regimen is followed, this drug is able to completely close the “carnitine window” created by a deficiency of this compound. Good tolerability and a favorable safety profile make the drug accessible even to newborns and elderly patients - the most vulnerable groups of the population in terms of susceptibility to metabolic disorders and side effects from the use of drugs.

Compliance with the standards of effectiveness and safety of the drug is confirmed by clinical studies and nearly twenty years of experience in its use for the treatment of diseases associated with metabolic and energy metabolism disorders in preschool and school-age children, pregnant and lactating women, athletes, mature and elderly patients, who most need levocarnitine. Elkar has a complex effect on the body, including:

• strengthens the immune status;

• increases endurance, psycho-emotional stability, physical performance due to the active utilization of fatty acids with the release of energy available for use by the body;

• eliminates increased fatigue, muscle weakness;

• normalizes energy exchange and metabolism;

• changes body composition: increases the proportion of muscle tissue by reducing the proportion of adipose tissue;

• helps fight stress;

• normalizes the functioning of internal organs - heart, liver, kidneys, as well as the central nervous system;

• stimulates mental and physical development in children;

• inhibits the processes of natural biological aging of the body.

Elkar is indispensable in spring, when with the first clear days saturated with solar ultraviolet light, hypovitaminosis comes and all kinds of chronic diseases worsen. At this time, it is especially important to tone the body and maintain it in this state, which Elkar will cope with with honor: in 1-2 months of regular use, it will compensate for the lack of levocarnitine, return working capacity to the previous level, and protect against diseases and stress. The fat-burning effect of Elkar is also in great demand: if you follow a diet and regular physical activity, the drug allows you to effectively get rid of extra pounds and make your figure slim and fit.

Elkar is intended for oral use. The specific dose and duration of the therapeutic course is determined by the doctor on an individual basis. Anabolic agents potentiate the effects of the drug. Glucocorticosteroids promote the accumulation of levocarnitine in tissues (with the exception of the liver).

Adverse reactions

Non-standard clinical symptoms during Elkar therapy occur in rare cases. The instructions indicate the following manifestations:

in patients with uremia – weakness and fatigue of muscle tissue;
dyspepsia, pain in the pelvis and abdomen;
allergic dermatitis, skin rashes.

The appearance of side effects of Elkar requires consultation with a doctor and a change in the initial treatment regimen. Excessive use of the medication can cause dyspepsia and myasthenia gravis. Symptomatic therapy consists of gastric lavage and the use of activated carbon - 1 tablet per 10 kg of body weight.

How is Elkar useful?

Sports, work, study, heavy physical and mental stress - Elkar is the answer to the challenges of health and stress resistance. The drug promotes:

increasing energy production in the body;
absorption of proteins, carbohydrates and vitamins;
normalization of fat and protein metabolism;
improving heart function, accelerating tissue regeneration
strengthening the immune system.

Eating disorders and weight problems, recovery after operations and illnesses - in all these cases, Elkar can become your faithful assistant.

Who is Elkar intended for?

For those who work a lot, Elkar® can reduce fatigue and increase performance. Thanks to the production of endorphins, it helps improve mood, activity and stress resistance.

For those who experience weakness after illness, Elkar® promotes the elimination of toxins and better absorption of proteins and vitamins. By increasing energy resources, Elkar® returns the body the ability to work at full capacity and recover faster.

For children, Elkar® helps the proper growth of the most important organs and systems. By positively influencing metabolism and energy production, Elkar® promotes harmonious physical and mental development.

For those who play sports, Elkar® helps remove excess lactic and acetic acids from cells, increase physical endurance, and increase muscle volume and strength. However, it is not a doping agent.

For those who control their weight, Elkar® helps to use fats as a source of energy, and thus allows you to get rid of excess fat deposits, increasing the effectiveness of diet and exercise.