How to take "Elkar"?

In today's world, we are constantly confronted withvarious stressful situations, do not have time to comply with the correct diet, undergo intensive workloads, and also work in the regime of chronic fatigue. All this leads to a deterioration in the functioning of the body, a violation of metabolism, a decrease in the ability to work and the manifestation of neuroses.

To normalize the metabolism andenergy supply of tissues, a drug "Elkar" was created (in the international classification - "Levocarnitine"). The active substance "Elkara" - L-carnitine - a product of organic origin, which is similar in its effect to the vitamins of group B.

"Elkar" promotes the splitting of fat cells, increases the secretory capacity of the digestive tract and improves metabolism.

In this article we will tell you about how to take "Elkar" and for what purposes.

Indications for admission

Reception "Elkar" is shown as a complex therapy for a variety of diseases, but it is mainly used:

for the normalization of the secretory function of the gastrointestinal tract;
in various states, in which there is a deficiency of carnitine or a decrease in its level in the body (mitochondrial diseases, myopathy);
to improve tissue repair;
as a prophylaxis and auxiliaries for the treatment of various skin diseases;
for the treatment of hyperthyroidism;
in the treatment of neurological manifestations in brain injuries of various types;
with loss of appetite on nervous soil;
to improve performance.

Dosage of the drug

"Elkar" is produced in the form of a solution for internal reception. Take it should be 30 minutes before eating. The dosage depends on the age of the patient.

Adult drug is prescribed in the amount of 750 mg. (half a measuring spoon or 2.5 ml.) 2-3 times a day for 1-2 months.
Children "Elkar" is prescribed as an additive todishes with sugar content (juices, compotes). At the age of 3 to 6 years, a child can be given 100 mg each. drug 2-3 times a day for one month. Children from 6 to 12 years are recommended to give 200-300 mg. "Elkar" 2-3 times a day. The course should last no less than a month.
"Elkar" for newborns: at the age of 3 years the dosage of the drug is prescribed individually and only under the strict supervision of a doctor.

Elkar for weight loss

This drug also helps people whosuffer from excess weight, since it is able to influence metabolism. In view of this, many are interested in how to take "Elkar" for weight loss, to get rid of extra pounds.

Specially for weight loss, "Elkar" is available in 100 ml vials. Take two teaspoons a day - in the morning and in the evening 30 minutes before eating. "Elkar" can be purchased at the pharmacy without a doctor's prescription.

Also on the market of medicines there is an analogue of "Elkar" - a medicinal preparation "Carnitine". Read about it you can in the article Carnitine how to take.