Anti-Depressant/Anti-Anxiety

Lіthіum Cаrbonаte

Lіthіum Cаrbonаte

Lіthіum Cаrbonаte is used to treat the manic episodes of manic-depressive illness, a condition in which a person\'s mood swings from depression to excessive excitement.

Lіthіum Cаrbonаte 300 mg (Normal Dosage)

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Drug Uses

Lіthіum Cаrbonаte is used to treat the manic episodes of manic-depressive illness, a condition in which a person's mood swings from depression to excessive excitement. A manic episode may involve some or all of the following symptoms:

Aggressiveness;
Elation;
Fast, urgent talking;
Frenetic physical activity;
Grandiose, unrealistic ideas;
Hostility;
Little need for sleep;
Poor judgment.
Some doctors also prescribe lіthіum for premenstrual tension, eating disorders such as bulimia, certain movement disorders, and sexual addictions.

How to use

Use Lіthіum Cаrbonаte as directed by your doctor.

To avoid stomach upset, take Lіthіum Cаrbonаte immediately after meals or with food or milk.
While taking Lіthіum Cаrbonаte, you should drink 10 to 12 glasses of water or fluid a day. To minimize the risk of harmful side effects, eat a balanced diet that includes some salt and lots of liquids. If you have been sweating a great deal or have had diarrhea, make sure you get extra liquids and salt.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Lіthіum Cаrbonаte.

Drug Class and Mechanism

Lіthіum Cаrbonаte is an antimanic agent. Exactly how Lіthіum Cаrbonаte works is unknown, but it may work by altering the balance of certain chemicals in the brain.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of Lіthіum Cаrbonаte and are taking it regularly, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Storage

Store Lіthіum Cаrbonаte at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep in a tight, light-resistant container. Keep Lіthіum Cаrbonаte out of the reach of children and away from pets.
Warnings/Precautions

Do not use Lіthіum Cаrbonаte if:

you are allergic to any ingredient in Lіthіum Cаrbonаte;
you have moderate to severe kidney, heart, or blood vessel problems;
you have low blood sodіum levels;
you are severely dehydrated, ill, or weakened;
you are taking an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor (e.g., enаlаpril) or a diuretic (e.g., furosemіde, hydrochlorothiаzide).
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Important:
Lіthіum Cаrbonаte may cause drowsiness or dizziness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Lіthіum Cаrbonаte with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
Do not take more than the recommended dose without checking with your doctor.
It may take 1 to 3 weeks for Lіthіum Cаrbonаte to work. Do not stop using Lіthіum Cаrbonаte without checking with your doctor.
Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Lіthіum Cаrbonаte before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
Fever, infection, vomiting, diarrhea, or excessive sweating may affect the levels of Lіthіum Cаrbonаte in your blood. If you experience any of these conditions, contact your doctor. Talk to your doctor about how to replace the salt lost through sweating during exercise.
Do not change the amount of salt in your diet unless instructed by your doctor. Check with your doctor before restricting your salt intake. Tell your doctor if you are on a low-salt diet.
Lab tests, including blood lіthіum levels and kidney function tests, may be performed while you use Lіthіum Cаrbonаte. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
Use Lіthіum Cаrbonаte with caution in the elderly; they may be more sensitive to its effects.
Lіthіum Cаrbonаte should not be used in children younger than 12 years old; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Lіthіum Cаrbonаte may cause harm to the fetus. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Lіthіum Cаrbonаte while you are pregnant. Lіthіum Cаrbonаte is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Lіthіum Cаrbonаte may cause harm to the fetus. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Lіthіum Cаrbonаte while you are pregnant. Lіthіum Cаrbonаte is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Lіthіum Cаrbonаte.
Possible Side Effects

Check with your doctor if any of these most common side effects persist or become bothersome:

mild hand tremor; mild thirst; temporary, mild nausea and general discomfort at the beginning of treatment.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these severe side effects occur:
severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); blurred vision; confusion; diarrhea; drowsiness; excessive weight gain; fainting; giddiness; inability to control the bladder or bowels; increased thirst; increased or decreased urination; involuntary twitching or muscle movements; loss of consciousness; loss of coordination; muscle weakness; persistent headache; persistent or severe nausea; ringing in the ears; seizures; slow or irregular heartbeat; slurred speech; swelling of the ankles or wrists; unsteadiness; vision changes; vomiting.

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Lіthіum Cаrbonаte is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.

If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

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