Carnitor Oral: Information (JM) Flashcards
1
Q
Bacterial degradation of unabsorbed oral L-carnitine in the bowel results in trimethylamine, which has a peculiar fishy odour, leading to compliance issues among patients. Which antibiotic drug can be co-prescribed to minimize this side effect?
A
Metronidazole (7-10 day course, P.O.)
