HOSIT-L TAB

Overview

HOSIT-L TAB is a Schedule H drug.

HOSIT-L TAB is composed of: LEVOCARNITINE (500 MG), METHYLCOBALAMIN (500 MCG), FOLIC ACID (1.5 MG)

Levocarnitine is a naturally occurring substance that the body needs for energy.Levocarnitine belongs to the class of medications called as amino acid derivative. It works by improving the low levels of carnitine in the body.



Folic acid is a type of B vitamin that is normally found in foods such as dried beans, peas, lentils, oranges, whole-wheat products, liver, asparagus, beets, broccoli, brussels sprouts, and spinach.Folic acid helps your body produce and maintain new cells, and also helps prevent changes to DNA that may lead to cancer.As a medication, folic acid is used to treat folic acid deficiency and certain types of anemia (lack of red blood cells) caused by folic acid deficiency.Folic acid is sometimes used in combination with other medications to treat pernicious anemia. It plays a vital role in the formation of red blood cells, which carry oxygen throughout the body. It is also essential in pregnancy due to its role in the development of the unborn baby’s brain and spinal cord.

Usage

LEVOCARNITINE is generally used to treat: Systemic Carnitine Deficiency
LEVOCARNITINE can address symptoms like: Fatigue (tiredness), Confusion


FOLIC ACID is generally used to treat: Anemia, Pernicious Anemia, Vitamin B Deficiency

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 4yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

HOSIT-L TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for HOSIT-L TAB and its Constituents


  • Follow all directions on your prescription label.
  • Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
  • Measure liquid medicine with the dosing syringe provided, or with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup.
  • The liquid medicine can be taken alone or mixed with a beverage or soft food. Sip or eat the mixture slowly.Levocarnitine should be taken at evenly spaced intervals every 3 or 4 hours. This medicine works best if you take it with a meal or within 30 minutes after a meal.
  • While using levocarnitine, you may need frequent blood tests.
  • Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
  • Avoid excess dose.
  • Take precautions during levocarnitine treatment as you may be at risk of bleeding.Do not take this drug if you are allergic to levocarnitine or any of its ingredients.


  • Folic Acid is used for the treatment of folic acid deficiency.
  • It is also taken before and during pregnancy to decrease the risk of defects in the neural tube, which forms the spinal cord in the baby.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures as you may need a higher dose of the seizure medicines than what you normally take.
  • You should not use this medication if you have ever had an allergic reaction to folic acid.Take folic acid exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
  • Do not take it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.
  • Follow the directions on your prescription label.
  • Take folic acid with a full glass of water.
  • Follow your doctor’s instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages.
  • Caution should be exercised in patients with history of long-term infection, seizure disorder, liver problems and kidney dialysis.

Symptoms of Overdosage

FOLIC ACID over-dosage can result in: Mouth Pain, Weakness (generalized), Fatigue (tiredness), Confusion, Difficulty Concentrating

Common Side-Effects

LEVOCARNITINE : Diarrhoea, Muscle Pain, Paresthesia, Abdomen Pain, Nausea, Vomit, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Fever, Abdomen Discomfort, Dizziness, Eyes Change In Vision, Loss Of Appetite, Hands Swelling, Feet Swelling, Weakness (generalized)
FOLIC ACID : Depression, Nausea, Loss Of Appetite, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Difficulty Sleeping, Restless Or Irritability, Unusual Taste In Mouth

Serious Side-Effects

LEVOCARNITINE : Blood Pressure, High, Rhabdomyolysis, Breathlessness, Depression, Hyperglycemia, Abdomen Stomach Cramps, Head Headache

Rare Side-Effects

LEVOCARNITINE : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin
FOLIC ACID : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Fever, Body Discomfort, Wheezing, Shortness Of Breath, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

FOLIC ACID can interfere with: Anemia

Technical Classification

LEVOCARNITINE is categorized as: NUTRACEUTICAL PRODUCTS / ALTERNATIVE MEDICINES
FOLIC ACID is categorized as: VITAMINS / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS

Available Alternatives for HOSIT-L TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

HOSIT-L TABINR 236 for 10 TABLETSLEVOCARNITINE 500 MG, METHYLCOBALAMIN 500 MCG, FOLIC ACID 1.5 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

B-FIT TABINR 117 for 10 TABLETSLEVOCARNITINE 500 MG, METHYLCOBALAMIN 500 MG, FOLIC ACID 1.5 MG
COMPLETE TD TABINR 118.5 for 15 TABLETSMETHYLCOBALAMIN 500 MCG, VITAMIN D3 400 IU, LYCOPENE 200 MCG, CALCIUM PHOSPHATE DIBASIC ANHYDROUS 162 MG, CHROMIUM 65 MG, SELENIUM 60 MCG, NIACINAMIDE 50 MG, LEVOCARNITINE 50 MG, CARBONYL IRON 33.3 MG, BIOTIN 30 MCG, ZINC 15 MG, BETA-CAROTENE 10 MG, PYRIDOXINE 3 MG, COPPER 2.5 MG, FOLIC ACID 1 MG, MAGNESIUM 1.4 MG
LIV DAILY CAPINR 475 for 10 CAPSULESMETHYLCOBALAMIN , FOLIC ACID , LEVOCARNITINE
NEUROTRAT LM TABINR 118.10 for 10 TABLETSMETHYLCOBALAMIN 1500 MCG, VITAMIN D3 1000 IU, LEVOCARNITINE 500 MG, GRAPE SEED EXTRACT 60 MG, PYRIDOXINE 5 MG, FOLIC ACID 1.5 MG
NUROKIND-LC FC-TABINR 79.9 for 10 TABLETSMETHYLCOBALAMIN 1500 MCG, LEVOCARNITINE 500 MG, FOLIC ACID 1.5 MG
NUROKIND-LC TABINR 148.2 for 15 TABLETSMETHYLCOBALAMIN 1500.0 MCG, LEVOCARNITINE 500.0 MG, FOLIC ACID 1.5 MG
OLIGOCARE TABINR 250.05 for 15 CAPSULESVITAMIN A 1250 IU, METHYLCOBALAMIN 750 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 500 IU, SELENIUM 100 MCG, ASCORBIC ACID 75 MG, LEVOCARNITINE 50 MG, VITAMIN E 12.5 MG, L-ARGININE 10 MG, GINSENG 10 MG, ZINC 7.5 MG, PYRIDOXINE 5 MG, CARBONYL IRON 5 MG, THIAMINE NITRATE 5 MG, LYCOPENE 2 MG, L-GLUTATHIONE 2.5 MG, UBIDECARENONE 2.5 MG, MANGANESE 2 MG, COPPER 1 MG, FOLIC ACID 1.5 MG
ONCOVIT PLUS TABINR 282.15 for 10 TABLETSVITAMIN A 5000 IU, LYCOPENE 5000 MCG, METHYLCOBALAMIN 750 MCG, FLAX SEED OIL 200 MG, SELENIUM 200 MCG, LEVOCARNITINE 150 MG, CHROMIUM PICOLINATE 150 MCG, BIOTIN 100 MCG, ASCORBIC ACID 100 MG, VITAMIN K 80 MCG, NIACIN 50 MG, ALPHA LIPOIC ACID 50 MG, VITAMIN E 30 MG, ZINC 25 MG, PANTOTHENIC ACID 15 MG, RIBOFLAVIN 5 MG, PYRIDOXINE 5 MG, THIAMINE 5 MG, COPPER 2.5 MG, FOLIC ACID 1.5 MG
OPTIQMEGAINR 1750 for 1 CAPSULELYCOPENE 5000 MCG, PYRIDOXINE 3000 MCG, METHYLCOBALAMIN 1500 MCG, LEVOCARNITINE 500 MG, L-ARGININE 100 MG, ALPHA LIPOIC ACID 100 MG, COENZYME Q10 100 MG, EICOSAPENTAENOIC ACID 90 MG, DOCOSAHEXAENOIC ACID(DHA) 60 MG, BIOTIN 10 MCG, SELENIUM 7.5 MCG, ZINC 7.5 MG, FOLIC ACID 0.5 MG
PRODUCTIV MINR 780 for 55 TABLETSMETHYLCOBALAMIN 1500 MCG, SELENIUM 200 MCG, ZINC 66 MG, UBIDECARENONE 60 MG, LEVOCARNITINE 50 MG, CLOMIFENE 25 MG, L-ARGININE 20 MG, FOLIC ACID 5 MG, LYCOPENE 4 MG, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) 1.5 MG
TRINERVE LC TABINR 106 for 10 TABLETSMETHYLCOBALAMIN 1500 MCG, LEVOCARNITINE 500 MG, FOLIC ACID 1.5 MG