Monolith 400mg Tablet SR

Here you'll find essential details about Monolith 400mg Tablet SR, a Consern Pharma Limited product containing the salt combination Lithium carbonate (400mg). Key uses of this medication include Mania,Bipolar disorder. Take a moment to explore the specific information provided in the 'Detail' section and utilize the wishlist and compare features for a better understanding.

MRP: ₹ 65
Packing: 10.0 tablet sr in 1 strip
Salt Combination: Lithium carbonate (400mg)
Brand: Consern Pharma Limited
Uses: Mania,Bipolar disorder

Description

Monolith 400mg Tablet SR 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
Monolith 400mg Tablet SR 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 Monolith 400mg Tablet SR 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: Monolith 400mg Tablet SR is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Monolith 400mg Tablet SR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney:	CAUTION: Monolith 400mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Monolith 400mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:	UNSAFE: Monolith 400mg Tablet SR may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Monolith 400mg Tablet SR 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: Monolith 400mg Tablet 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 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 Monolith 400mg Tablet SR.
Drug Action:	Mood Stabilizers
Therapeutic class:	NEURO CNS
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Organic Carbonic Acids