Levocarnitine Coupons & Prices

Looking for a levocarnitine coupon? Levocarnitine is a prescription carnitine replacement therapy that is available as a low-cost generic, but the cash price still varies a lot from one pharmacy to the next. Enter your ZIP above to see today's price and compare a free levocarnitine discount at more than 60,000 pharmacies near you with Rx.com. There is no membership fee, and you can use the discount whether or not you have insurance.

What is levocarnitine and how does it work?

Levocarnitine is an amino acid derivative that works as a carnitine replacement. Carnitine is a natural substance the body uses to help move fatty acids into cells so they can be turned into energy. When the body cannot make or keep enough carnitine, levocarnitine supplies it to restore normal levels. It is sold under the brand names Carnitor and Carnitor SF, and it comes as an oral tablet, an oral solution, and an injection given by a healthcare provider.

The FDA has approved levocarnitine to treat primary systemic carnitine deficiency and to treat carnitine deficiency caused by certain inborn errors of metabolism, such as glutaric aciduria type II, methylmalonic aciduria, propionic acidemia, and medium-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency. The injectable form is also approved to prevent and treat carnitine deficiency in people with end-stage renal disease who are on dialysis. Your prescriber decides which form and dose fit your situation.

How much does levocarnitine cost without insurance?

Generic levocarnitine is already one of the more affordable versions of this medication, and an FDA-approved, substitutable generic is widely available in place of the Carnitor brand. Even so, the cash price you pay without insurance can differ widely depending on which pharmacy you use, the form (tablet, oral solution, or injection), and your dose, so comparing prices is worth the few seconds it takes.

Rx.com compares levocarnitine prices across more than 60,000 U.S. pharmacies and shows you a free discount you can bring to the counter. Enter your ZIP above to see today's price near you. There is no manufacturer savings card for levocarnitine, so a pharmacy discount is a practical way to keep the cash cost down. You can use the Rx.com discount with or without insurance, whichever gives you the lower price.

Levocarnitine vs. Carnitor and other options

Levocarnitine is the generic name for the medicine sold as Carnitor and Carnitor SF. Because the generic contains the same active ingredient in the same strengths, most people can use it in place of the brand and pay less. If your prescription is written for the brand, ask your pharmacist whether the generic is a fit for you.

Levocarnitine is not interchangeable with most over-the-counter L-carnitine supplements. Prescription levocarnitine is a specific, FDA-approved product with a controlled strength and purity, while dietary supplements are not FDA-approved to treat carnitine deficiency. Whatever form you are prescribed, you can compare prices for the generic and the brand above and choose the lower one.

Levocarnitine safety and side effects

Levocarnitine has no boxed warning. Common side effects with the oral forms include nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, and diarrhea, along with a fishy body odor that tends to be related to the dose. Seizures have been reported, in people with and without a prior seizure history. Serious allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, throat swelling, and bronchospasm, have been reported after the injectable form, mostly in dialysis patients receiving it in a medical setting. Get emergency help for trouble breathing, swelling of the face or throat, or a severe rash.

Use extra caution if you have kidney problems; the oral form is generally not recommended for long-term use in severe kidney impairment or end-stage renal disease because byproducts can build up. Tell your prescriber about all your conditions and medications. This information is not medical advice, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist about what is right for you.