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Crt-E Tablet 10's

Crt-E Tablet 10's

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Synonym

LEVOCARNITINE+VITAMIN E

Manufacturer/Marketer

Quest Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-25

About Crt-E Tablet

Crt-E Tablet belongs to the group of vitamins/nutrients used to treat muscle spasms, cramps and carnitine deficiency. A muscle cramp is a rapid, abrupt and sudden contraction of one or more muscles of the body. Carnitine deficiency is a deficient store of carnitine in the body.

Crt-E Tablet contains Levocarnitine and Tocopherol (Vitamin E). Crt-E Tablet  relieves muscular contractions and works towards strengthening muscles by supplying nutrients necessary for growth. Crt-E Tablet also works as an antioxidant, thus protecting body cells from damage by free radicals. It also helps maintain skeletal muscle function.

Crt-E Tablet may be taken with or without food. In some cases, Crt-E Tablet may cause certain common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, or a mild stomach upset. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if these side effects persist or worsen.

It is advisable to inform the doctor if you are allergic to any of its components. Keep your doctor informed if you suffer from hypersensitivity, epilepsy, cardiac disorder or any disease-causing chronic diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant or breastfeeding. Talk to your doctor before consuming alcohol with Crt-E Tablet as there may be an interaction.

Uses of Crt-E Tablet

Treatment of Muscle Cramps and Carnitine deficiency.

Medicinal Benefits

Crt-E Tablet is a vitamin/nutritional supplement used primarily to treat muscle cramps and ease the muscles of any abnormal contractions. It may also be used in reducing intradialytic cramps (cramps arising from dialysis). Crt-E Tablet is used to improve carnitine deficiency in children, promotes general well-being and health by improving muscle quality and stamina. Crt-E Tablet functions by making the body stronger and by relieving muscle soreness. It relieves muscular contractions and works towards strengthening muscles by supplying nutrients necessary for growth. Crt-E Tablet also works as an antioxidant, thus protecting body cells from damage by free radicals.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Crt-E Tablet can be taken with or without food but it is better to take it with food as one of the components of Crt-E Tablet is Vitamin E, which is a fat-soluble vitamin that’s best tolerated with food.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Crt-E Tablet

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Mild stomach upset

Drug Warnings

Crt-E Tablet should not be used in case of any known allergy to either of the components. Inform your doctor if you have arterial or thrombotic disorders, cardiovascular health disorders, diabetes, epilepsy, peripheral neuropathy, kidney or liver disease. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Keep your doctor informed if you are on anticoagulant therapy. Crt-E Tablet may interact with alcohol, please consult your doctor before use.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Crt-E Tablet may interact with blood-thinners (warfarin), anti-obesity drugs (orlistat), bile-acid binders (cholestyramine, colestipol), insulin, cholesterol-reducing statins, immunosuppressant (cyclosporine), vitamin B3 (niacin), and iron.

Drug-Food Interactions: Crt-E Tablet should be used with caution in case of intolerance to certain sugars. 

Drug-Disease Interactions: Crt-E Tablet should be used with caution in patients with a known hypersensitivity disorder, chronic diarrhoea, thromboembolic disorder, cardiovascular disorder, bleeding or clotting disorder, epilepsy, diabetes, hypothyroidism, peripheral neuropathy and end-stage renal disease.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • WARFARIN
  • ORLISTAT
  • CHOLESTYRAMINE
  • COLESTIPOL
  • CYCLOSPORIN
  • NIACIN
  • IRON

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Follow a well-balanced diet.
  • Exercising regularly helps in improving overall health. 
  • Rest well, and get plenty of sleep.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Meditation and yoga can help lower stress.
  • Avoid processed and fried food. 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Muscle Cramps: A cramp is an involuntary and sudden, irregular contraction of one or more muscles of the body. It usually happens in case of dehydration, strenuous exercise, stress, irregular sleep and/or menstruation. Cramps are also a highly prevalent side effect of dialysis. 

Carnitine Deficiency: Carnitine deficiency is characterised by low levels of carnitine in the RBC’s, plasma and tissues of the body, leading to muscle soreness, poor muscle quality, poor movement and extreme lethargy. Carnitine is a naturally occurring substance in the body that is necessary for energy. 

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Alcohol

Caution

Exercise caution before consuming alcohol with Crt-E Tablet . Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy before starting Crt-E Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Not enough information is available on whether Crt-E Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Crt-E Tablet is unlikely to affect your ability to drive.

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Liver

Caution

Crt-E Tablet is probably safe on the liver. However, please consult your doctor in case of any concerns.

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Kidney

Caution

Crt-E Tablet is not advised in case of end-stage renal disease. Consult your doctor in case of any concerns.

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Children

Caution

Crt-E Tablet should be given to children only if prescribed by the doctor. Please consult your physician if you have any concerns.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Scf-14, A Block Market, Ranjit Avenue, Amritsar 143 001 India
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FAQs

Crt-E Tablet is used to treat muscle cramps and carnitine deficiency.
Crt-E Tablet  relieves muscular contractions and works towards strengthening muscles by supplying nutrients necessary for growth. Crt-E Tablet also works as an antioxidant, thus protecting body cells from damage by free radicals.
One of the common side-effects of Crt-E Tablet is diarrhoea. Hence, it is best to consult your physician before taking Crt-E Tablet if you suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
No, Crt-E Tablet has no role in treating a sprain or fracture. Crt-E Tablet is used to treat muscle cramps, not sprains. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
It usually takes about 3 weeks to a month to notice an improvement. However, please consult your doctor on the duration of treatment.
In case you miss a dose of Crt-E Tablet , take it as soon as possible. However, if it is too close to the next dose, revert to the original schedule.

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