481 Total carnitine concentration includes both free and bound (ie, acylated) carnitine, which reflects levels in both serum and tissues, such as muscle, liver, and kidney
Anoop Misra has received honorarium from Boehringer Ingelheim, Jannssen, AstraZeneca, Glenmark, Dr Reddys Laboratories, and Intas pharmaceuticals
FDA for long-term weight management in adults with obesity (BMI 30) or those who are overweight (BMI 27) with related health conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, or high cholesterol
However, it remains to be seen when this particular balanced modulatory action will have further application in therapy
It's also important to consider factors like insurance coverage, as the cost can be a barrier for many
2003 Aug;17(3):455-62