Lithium SR400mg
Tablet
Albion Laboratories Ltd.
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| Alcohol | UNSAFE It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lithium SR. |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Lithium SR is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it i... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Lithium SR is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. |
| Driving | UNSAFE Lithium SR may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Lithium SR may make you feel sleepy, tired or dizzy. Lithium SR may also cau... View More |
| Kidney | CAUTION Lithium SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lithium SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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| Liver | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Lithium SR is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Lithium SR may not be needed ... View More |
Introduction
Lithium SR is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of bipolar disorder and mania in adults. It is sometimes used to treat other behavioral diso... View More
Uses of Lithium SR
- Mania
- Bipolar disoder
Side effects of Lithium SR
- Tremor
- Slurred speech
- Uncoordinated body movements
- Nausea
- Acne
- Increased white blood cell count
- Memory impairment
- Hair loss
- Goiter (enlarged thyroid gland)
- Skin rash
- Increased thirst
- Weight gain
- Polyuria
- Diarrhea
How to use Lithium SR
Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Lithium SR is to be taken with food.
How Lithium SR works
Lithium SR works by suppressing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
- Lithosun SR Tablet is one of the most effective long-term treatment for bipolar disorder.
- It may also be used for the treatment of mania.
- Your lithium blood levels, thyroid function, and kidney function may be monitored as long as you take this medicine.
- It may cause diarrhea and dehydration. Drink plenty of water and and use normal amounts of salt. Inform your doctor if you start or stop a low-salt diet... View More
- Monitor your weight during treatment as Lithosun SR Tablet can cause weight gain.
- Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Inform your doctor if you have persistent stomach upset, problems with your speech, or extreme drowsiness. Your dose may need to be adjusted.
- Do not take Lithosun SR Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Indication
Bipolar disorder, Mania, Recurrent unipolar depression
Administration
Should be taken with food.
Adult Dose
Oral Mania; Bipolar disorder; Recurrent unipolar depression Adult: Treatment and prevention: Initially, 400-1,200 mg daily in 1-2 divided doses. S... View More
Renal Dose
Renal impairment: CrCl (ml/min) Dosage Recommendation 10-50 50-75% of normal dose. <10 25-50% of normal dose.
Contraindication
Renal insufficiency, cardiovascular insufficiency, Addison\'s disease and untreated hypothyroidism are all contraindications to lithium therapy.
Mode of Action
Inhibits postsynaptic D2 receptor supersensitivity. Alters cation transport in nerve and muscle cells and influences reuptake of serotonin or norepineph... View More
Precaution
Decreased tolerance to lithium has been reported to ensue from protracted sweating or diarrhoea and, if such occur, supplemental fluid and salt should b... View More
Side Effect
>10% Leukocytosis (most patients),Polyuria/polydypsia (30-50%),Dry mouth (20-50%),Hand tremor (45% initially, 10% after 1 year of treatment),Confusion ... View More
Interaction
Reduced serum levels with carbonic anhydrase inhibitors, chlorpromazine, sodium-containing preparations, theophylline, urea. Enhanced hypothyroid effect... View More
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