Litab-SR Tablet

Learn more about Litab-SR Tablet, a quality offering from Biologic Psychotropics India Pvt Ltd featuring the therapeutic benefits of Lithium carbonate (400mg). This formulation is primarily utilized for Mania,Bipolar disorder. Browse through the detailed information provided below to enhance your knowledge about this medicine and its potential benefits for you.

MRP: ₹ 85
Packing: 10.0 Tablet pr in 1 strip
Salt Combination: Lithium carbonate (400mg)
Brand: Biologic Psychotropics India Pvt Ltd
Uses: Mania,Bipolar disorder

Description

Litab-SR Tablet is used in the treatment of bipolar disorder and mania in adults
It is sometimes used to treat other behavioral disorders as well
It reduces the frequency of manic episodes and decreases the intensity of those episodes that might occur
Litab-SR Tablet should be taken with food
However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better
If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it
You should continue to Take Litab-SR Tablet for as long as the doctor advises and do not stop taking it suddenly as it may result in harmful effects.
Side effects associated with the use of this medicine include tremors, slurred speech, uncoordinated body movements, nausea, Vomiting, acne, increased white blood cell count, and memory impairment
It may also cause hair loss, enlarged thyroid gland, skin rash, and increased thirst
This medicine may also cause weight gain and to control it, you should have a balanced diet and exercise regularly
If you have been taking this medicine for a long time then regular monitoring of thyroid and kidney function may be required.

Cautions

Liver:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Litab-SR Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Litab-SR Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney:	CAUTION: Litab-SR Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Litab-SR Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:	UNSAFE: Litab-SR Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Litab-SR Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Litab-SR Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol:	UNSAFE: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Litab-SR Tablet.
Drug Action:	Mood Stabilizers
Therapeutic class:	NEURO CNS
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Organic Carbonic Acids