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Composition :

LITHIUM-400MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

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Not Returnable

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Therapeutic Class

ANTIPSYCHOTICS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., SUN HOUSE, CTS No. 201 B/1, Western Express Highway, Goregaon (E), Mumbai 400063
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FAQs

No, you are not recommended to take Lithosun SR 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 Lithosun SR Tablet with any other medicines, you are advised to contact your doctor.

Lithosun SR 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 Lithosun SR Tablet . Also, thyroid levels are checked generally before starting treatment with Lithosun SR Tablet so that if the levels are too low, Lithosun SR Tablet is not advised.

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

No, you are not recommended to stop taking Lithosun SR Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Lithosun SR Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking Lithosun SR 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 Lithosun SR Tablet as it may increase the risk of side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness or difficulty in concentrating.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

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

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Driving

Unsafe

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

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

Lithosun SR Tablet is safe to use in patients with Liver diseases/conditions if prescribed by a doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

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

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Children

Caution

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

About Lithosun SR Tablet

Lithosun SR 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.

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

Uses of Lithosun SR Tablet

Bipolar disorder, Mania

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Medicinal Benefits

Lithosun SR Tablet is a mood stabilizer that is used to prevent and treat mood disorders such as mania and bipolar disorder. Lithosun SR 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, Lithosun SR 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 Lithosun SR 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 Lithosun SR Tablet to check lithium levels in blood. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Lithosun SR Tablet . If you have hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid gland), please inform your doctor before taking Lithosun SR 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 Lithosun SR Tablet:
Taking Cisapride with Lithosun SR Tablet can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lithosun SR 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 Lithosun SR Tablet:
Cidofovir can cause higher levels of Lithosun SR Tablet carbonate in the blood which increases risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lithosun SR 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 Lithosun SR Tablet:
Taking Duloxetine with Lithosun SR Tablet 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 there is an interaction between Duloxetine and Lithosun SR Tablet, it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, fever, excessive sweating, shivering, pain in the muscles or stiffness, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and loose stools. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lithosun SR Tablet:
Co-administration Vilazodone with Lithosun SR Tablet may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a interaction between Vilazodone and Lithosun SR Tablet, 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.
How does the drug interact with Lithosun SR Tablet:
Taking Lithosun SR Tablet with Sertraline 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 there is an interaction between Sertraline and Lithosun SR Tablet, 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), 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.
How does the drug interact with Lithosun SR Tablet:
Using Moxifloxacin together with Lithosun SR Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Moxifloxacin with Lithosun SR Tablet can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor if you experience dizziness, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LithiumEprosartan
Severe
How does the drug interact with Lithosun SR Tablet:
Taking Lithosun SR Tablet with Eprosartan may significantly increase the blood levels of Lithosun SR Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lithosun SR Tablet with Eprosartan together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any symptoms like drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, loose stools, vomiting, muscle weakness, muscle incoordination, tremor, blurred vision, ringing in the ear, excessive thirst, and/or increased urination, it's important to consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LithiumAnagrelide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Lithosun SR Tablet:
Taking Lithosun SR Tablet together with Anagrelide can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Lithosun SR 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 Lithosun SR Tablet:
Taking Lithosun SR Tablet with etodolac may significantly increase the blood levels of Lithosun SR Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Etodolac with Lithosun SR Tablet can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, loose stools, vomiting, muscle weakness, muscle incoordination, shaking hands and legs, blurred vision, ringing in the ear, excessive thirst, and increased urination contact a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LithiumBepridil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Lithosun SR Tablet:
Taking Lithosun SR Tablet together with Bepridil can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Lithosun SR Tablet and Bepridil together can evidently cause an interaction, 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 Lithosun SR 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 Lithosun SR Tablet .
  • Do regular exercise and maintain a stable weight as Lithosun SR 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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