Lithium Tablets
Intended to target mood instability and developed to manage the symptoms of bipolar disorder effectively.
Strengths: 300mg
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Medicine details
- Alternative names
Liskonum; Priadel
- Therapeutic class
Mood Stabiliser
- Pharmacological class
Inorganic Cation
- Contraindications
cardiac disease; severe renal impairment; untreated hypothyroidism
- Minor side effects
tremor; increased thirst; polyuria
- Moderate side effects
hypothyroidism; weight gain; diarrhoea
- Dosage forms
Prolonged-release tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Essential Pharma
- Onset Time
1–2 weeks
- Duration
Continuous
- Storage instructions
Store below 25°C in a dry place.
- Drug interactions
diuretics; nsaids; ace inhibitors; fluoxetine
- Age restrictions
Use with caution in elderly patients.
Precautions and warnings
maintain adequate fluid and salt intake; regular blood monitoring is essential for safety; avoid abrupt discontinuation
Serious side effects
lithium toxicity — requires immediate medical attention; nephrogenic diabetes insipidus — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Intended to target mood instability and developed to manage the symptoms of bipolar disorder effectively.
Mechanism of action
Lithium helps balance neurotransmitters in the brain by modulating the release of serotonin and norepinephrine, effectively reducing the frequency and severity of manic and depressive episodes.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Associated with risk of cardiac malformations; consult a specialist. Breastfeeding: Lithium is present in breast milk; generally advised against.
Lithium Tablets
Intended to target mood instability and developed to manage the symptoms of bipolar disorder effectively.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Lithium
- Listed indication(s): Bipolar Disorder, Recurrent Depressive Disorder
Available option
- 180 tablets - 300 mg962-300-mg-11823