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Composition :

LITHIUM-400MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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Therapeutic Class

ANTIPSYCHOTICS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Off. Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380 009., Gujarat, India
Other Info - LIC0003

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FAQs

No, you are not recommended to take Licab XL 400 mg Tablet with fluoxetine or other antidepressants such as paroxetine and sertraline as co-administration of these medicines may increase the risk of a rare and serious condition known as serotonin syndrome. If you experience blurred vision, increased heart rate, hallucination, fits, confusion, muscle stiffness or spasm, vomiting, nausea, diarrhoea, excessive sweating, stomach cramps, fever, shaking or shivering, please consult a doctor immediately. However, before using Licab XL 400 mg Tablet with any other medicines, you are advised to contact your doctor.

Licab XL 400 mg Tablet is not recommended for hypothyroid (underactive thyroid gland) patients as it may increase the risk of low levels of thyroid hormone. Therefore, if you have hypothyroidism, please inform your doctor before taking Licab XL 400 mg Tablet . Also, thyroid levels are checked generally before starting treatment with Licab XL 400 mg Tablet so that if the levels are too low, Licab XL 400 mg Tablet is not advised.

Yes, Licab XL 400 mg Tablet may cause weight gain but it is not necessary for everyone taking Licab XL 400 mg Tablet to experience this side effect. However, in order to avoid gaining weight while taking Licab XL 400 mg Tablet , you are advised to do regular exercise and avoid high-calorie drinks. Instead take non-alcoholic drinks, herbal tea and lemon water.

It is advised to inform your doctor if you are planning or had weight loss surgery as the dose may be adjusted accordingly based on lithium levels in blood.

Yes, Licab XL 400 mg Tablet may cause dehydration especially if you have low sodium levels in the body or consume too much alcohol. However, if you notice dark, strong smelling urine or decrease in urination, it indicates that you are dehydrated and may affect lithium levels in blood. Therefore, you are recommended to drink plenty of fluids while taking Licab XL 400 mg Tablet to avoid dehydration.

No, you are not recommended to stop taking Licab XL 400 mg Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Licab XL 400 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking Licab XL 400 mg Tablet , please consult your doctor so that the dose may be gradually reduced.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with Licab XL 400 mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness or difficulty in concentrating.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Licab XL 400 mg Tablet is a Category D pregnancy drug and is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may cause harm to the unborn baby.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Avoid breastfeeding while taking Licab XL 400 mg Tablet as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the baby.

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Driving

Unsafe

Licab XL 400 mg Tablet may cause dizziness, drowsiness or other severe adverse effects. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy or dizzy after taking Licab XL 400 mg Tablet .

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

Licab XL 400 mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with Liver diseases/conditions if prescribed by a doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Licab XL 400 mg Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. Licab XL 400 mg Tablet is not recommended for patients with severe kidney problems.

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Children

Caution

Licab XL 400 mg Tablet is generally not recommended for children below 12 years. However, Licab XL 400 mg Tablet may be used in children above 7 years for treating bipolar I disorder only if prescribed by a doctor.

About Licab XL 400 mg Tablet

Licab XL 400 mg Tablet belongs to a psychological class of drugs called 'Anti-manic agents' or 'Mood stabilizers' primarily used to prevent and treat mood disorders like mania and bipolar disorder. Mania is a mental condition that causes intense excitement, high energy, and delusions (misbeliefs). Bipolar disorder is a mental condition associated with extreme mood swings ranging from the hyper stage of mania to low mood depression.

Licab XL 400 mg Tablet contains Lithium that helps to treat mental disorders by increasing the activity of chemical messengers in the brain thereby, suppressing the excessive and abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain and helps in stabilizing a person’s mood.

Take Licab XL 400 mg Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise how often you take Licab XL 400 mg Tablet based on your medical condition. Some people may experience loss of appetite, dizziness, dry mouth, taste change, diarrhoea, blurred vision, slurred speech, shaky movements, increased thirst, and urination. Most of these side effects of Licab XL 400 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Licab XL 400 mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Licab XL 400 mg Tablet . Regular blood tests are recommended while taking Licab XL 400 mg Tablet to monitor the levels of lithium in blood. If you have fits, kidney or heart problems, thyroid, persistent headache, vision problems, and if you are planning or had weight loss surgery, please inform your doctor before taking Licab XL 400 mg Tablet .

Uses of Licab XL 400 mg Tablet

Bipolar disorder, Mania

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Medicinal Benefits

Licab XL 400 mg Tablet is a mood stabilizer that is used to prevent and treat mood disorders such as mania and bipolar disorder. Licab XL 400 mg Tablet contains Lithium that helps to treat mental disorders by increasing the activity of chemical messengers in the brain thereby, suppressing the excessive and abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain and helps in stabilizing a person’s mood. Thus, Licab XL 400 mg Tablet relaxes nerves and calms the mood, which helps in having a better social life and enables to do daily activities comfortably.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it with food for better absorption or as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use and take it with food. Take it in doses as prescribed by a doctor with the help of a measuring cup provided.

Side Effects of Licab XL 400 mg Tablet

  • Loss of appetite
  • Dizziness
  • Dry mouth
  • Taste change
  • Diarrhoea
  • Blurred vision
  • Slurred speech
  • Shaky movements
  • Increased thirst and urination

Drug Warnings

Regular blood tests are recommended while taking Licab XL 400 mg Tablet to check lithium levels in blood. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Licab XL 400 mg Tablet . If you have hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid gland), please inform your doctor before taking Licab XL 400 mg Tablet as it may cause low thyroid levels. If you notice decreased amount of urine, dark, reddish urine, muscle pain or weakness, inform your doctor immediately as it may be due to a serious condition called rhabdomyolysis (muscle tissue breakdown) which may lead to kidney problems.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Licab XL 400 mg Tablet:
Cidofovir can cause higher levels of Licab XL 400 mg Tablet carbonate in the blood which increases risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Licab XL 400 mg Tablet with Cidofovir is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, or an irregular heart rhythm, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Licab XL 400 mg Tablet:
Taking Cisapride with Licab XL 400 mg Tablet can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Licab XL 400 mg Tablet with Cisapride is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Licab XL 400 mg Tablet:
Taking Celecoxib and Licab XL 400 mg Tablet may significantly increase the blood levels of Licab XL 400 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Celecoxib and Licab XL 400 mg Tablet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact your doctor if you experience drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, loose stools, vomiting, muscle weakness, muscle incoordination, shaking, blurred vision, ringing in the ear, excessive thirst, or increased urination. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Licab XL 400 mg Tablet:
Taking chloroquine with Licab XL 400 mg Tablet together can increase the risk ofabnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking chloroquine and Licab XL 400 mg Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LithiumTrichlormethiazide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Licab XL 400 mg Tablet:
Taking Licab XL 400 mg Tablet and Trichlormethiazide together can increase the effects of Licab XL 400 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Trichlormethiazide and Licab XL 400 mg Tablet together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you have loose stools, vomiting, drowsiness, shaking of hands and legs, thirst, increased urination, lack of coordination, or muscle weakness call your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Licab XL 400 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Sirolimus with Licab XL 400 mg Tablet together may increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Licab XL 400 mg Tablet and Sirolimus together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, loss of hunger, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LithiumCaptopril
Severe
How does the drug interact with Licab XL 400 mg Tablet:
Taking Licab XL 400 mg Tablet carbonate with Captopril may significantly increase the blood levels of Licab XL 400 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Licab XL 400 mg Tablet with Captopril together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, loose stools, vomiting, muscle weakness, muscle incoordination, shaking of hands and legs, blurred vision, ringing in the ear, excessive thirst, and/or increased urination contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Licab XL 400 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of telmisartan may significantly increase the blood levels of Licab XL 400 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, telmisartan can be taken with Licab XL 400 mg Tablet if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms of Licab XL 400 mg Tablet intoxication such as drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, loose stools, vomiting, muscle weakness, muscle incoordination, shaking of hands and legs, blurred vision, ringing in the ear, excessive thirst, or increased urination. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Licab XL 400 mg Tablet:
Combining Paroxetine with Licab XL 400 mg Tablet carbonate can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Paroxetine and Licab XL 400 mg Tablet together can evidently cause an interaction, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, hallucination(seeing and hearing things that do not exist), fits, blood pressure alteration, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and loose stools. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LithiumAnagrelide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Licab XL 400 mg Tablet:
Taking Licab XL 400 mg Tablet together with Anagrelide can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Licab XL 400 mg Tablet and Anagrelide together can evidently cause an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.

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Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Regular blood tests are advised every week while taking Licab XL 400 mg Tablet to monitor the levels of lithium in blood. When lithium levels are constant, blood tests may be done for every 3 months.
  • Drink constant amount of water daily and maintain a constant sodium intake as any major changes in these two may alter the levels of lithium in blood.

 

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid low-sodium diet as it may increase lithium levels in blood and cause adverse effects.
  • Limit the intake of caffeine as it may reduce the effectiveness of Licab XL 400 mg Tablet .
  • Do regular exercise and maintain a stable weight as Licab XL 400 mg Tablet may cause weight gain.
  • Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration and try to drink same amount of water everyday as any major changes in quantity may affect lithium levels.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase drowsiness.

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