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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
48 Hrs returnable
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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Savin Pharma

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTIPSYCHOTICS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Tamil nadu , India
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FAQs

Lith 400 Tablet 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 helping in stabilizing a person’s mood.

Lith 400 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 Lith 400 Tablet .

Lith 400 Tablet may cause weight gain but it is not necessary for everyone taking Lith 400 Tablet to experience this side effect. However, in order to avoid gaining weight while taking Lith 400 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.

Lith 400 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 a decrease in urination, it indicates that you are dehydrated, and this may affect lithium levels in the blood. Therefore, you are recommended to drink plenty of fluids while taking Lith 400 Tablet to avoid dehydration.

You are not recommended to stop taking Lith 400 Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Lith 400 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking Lith 400 Tablet , please consult your doctor so that the dose may be gradually reduced.

You are not recommended to take Lith 400 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 Lith 400 Tablet with any other medicines, you are advised to contact your doctor.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

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

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Lith 400 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 Lith 400 Tablet as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the baby.

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Driving

Unsafe

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

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

Lith 400 Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver diseases/conditions if prescribed by a doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

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

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Children

Caution

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

About Lith 400 Tablet

Lith 400 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.

Lith 400 Tablet contains Lithium carbonate 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 helping in stabilizing a person’s mood.

Take Lith 400 Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you need to take Lith 400 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 Lith 400 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 Lith 400 Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Lith 400 Tablet . Regular blood tests are recommended while taking Lith 400 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 Lith 400 Tablet .

Uses of Lith 400 Tablet

Bipolar disorder, Mania

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Medicinal Benefits

Lith 400 Tablet is a mood stabilizer that is used to prevent and treat mood disorders such as mania and bipolar disorder. Lith 400 Tablet contains Lithium carbonate 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 helping in stabilizing a person’s mood. Thus, Lith 400 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

Take Lith 400 Tablet with food for better absorption or take it as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Side Effects of Lith 400 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 Lith 400 Tablet to check lithium levels in the blood. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Lith 400 Tablet . If you have hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid gland), please inform your doctor before taking Lith 400 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 Lith 400 Tablet:
Cidofovir can cause higher levels of Lith 400 Tablet carbonate in the blood which increases risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lith 400 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 Lith 400 Tablet:
Taking Cisapride with Lith 400 Tablet can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lith 400 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.
LithiumAnagrelide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Lith 400 Tablet:
Taking Lith 400 Tablet together with Anagrelide can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Lith 400 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.
How does the drug interact with Lith 400 Tablet:
Taking Lith 400 Tablet with Enalapril may significantly increase the blood levels of Lith 400 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Enalapril with Lith 400 Tablet can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience drowsiness, dizziness, loose stools, vomiting, muscle weakness, shaking of hands and legs, excessive thirst, and increased urination. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lith 400 Tablet:
Taking Lith 400 Tablet together with Sotalol can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lith 400 Tablet with Sotalol together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lith 400 Tablet:
Taking Lith 400 Tablet together with Ceritinib can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Ceritinib with Lith 400 Tablet can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised 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.
How does the drug interact with Lith 400 Tablet:
Coadministration of Sirolimus with Lith 400 Tablet together may increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Lith 400 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.
How does the drug interact with Lith 400 Tablet:
Taking torasemide together with Lith 400 Tablet may increase the effects of Lith 400 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lith 400 Tablet with torasemide together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden diarrhea, vomiting, drowsiness, shaking of hands and legs, thirst, increased urination, lack of coordination, or muscle weakness, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lith 400 Tablet:
Taking Lith 400 Tablet with Azilsartan medoxomil can increase the blood levels of Lith 400 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Azilsartan medoxomil and Lith 400 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience dizziness, vomiting, muscle weakness, ringing in the ears, excessive thirst, or increased urination, you should consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lith 400 Tablet:
Taking Enalapril with Lith 400 Tablet increases the levels of Lith 400 Tablet in your blood, which may cause Lith 400 Tablet toxicity. The risk is increased if you are elderly, dehydrated, or have a history of kidney or heart disease.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using Enalapril and Lith 400 Tablet together may cause an interaction, they can be taken together if your doctor prescribes it. However, if you experience diarrhoea, vomiting, sleepiness, dizziness, muscular weakness, blurred vision, increased thirst and urination, or ringing in the ears, you should seek medical attention. Do not stop taking any medication without consulting your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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  • DICLOFENAC
  • CELECOXIB
  • INDOMETHACIN
  • THEOPHYLLINE
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  • CLOZAPINE
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  • SOTALOL
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  • PAROXETINE
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  • METRONIDAZOLE
  • TETRACYCLINE

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No

Special Advise

  • Regular blood tests are advised every week while taking Lith 400 Tablet to monitor the levels of lithium in blood. When lithium levels are constant, blood tests may be done every 3 months.
  • Drink a 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

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

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