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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Hari Kumar , MBBS

Composition :

LITHIUM-450MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Matteo Health Care Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Therapeutic Class

ANTIPSYCHOTICS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

3012/1, Ground Floor ,Phase Iv, Gidc, Vatva, Ahmedabad 382445, India
Other Info - LIT0306

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's as it may increase the risk of side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness or difficulty in concentrating.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's 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 Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the baby.

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Driving

Unsafe

Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, drowsiness or other severe adverse effects. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy or dizzy after taking Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's is safe to use in patients with Liver diseases/conditions if prescribed by a doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's is not recommended for patients with severe kidney problems.

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Children

Caution

Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's is generally not recommended for children below 12 years. However, Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's may be used in children above 7 years for treating bipolar I disorder only if prescribed by a doctor.

About Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's

Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's 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.

Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's 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 Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's as prescribed. Your doctor will advise how often you take Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's 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 Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's 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 Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's. Regular blood tests are recommended while taking Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's 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 Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's.

Uses of Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's

Bipolar disorder, Mania

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Medicinal Benefits

Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's is a mood stabilizer that is used to prevent and treat mood disorders such as mania and bipolar disorder. Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's 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, Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's 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 Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's

  • 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 Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's to check lithium levels in blood. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's. If you have hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid gland), please inform your doctor before taking Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's 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 Lithorest SR-450 Tablet:
Taking Cisapride with Lithorest SR-450 Tablet can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lithorest SR-450 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 Lithorest SR-450 Tablet:
Cidofovir can cause higher levels of Lithorest SR-450 Tablet carbonate in the blood which increases risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lithorest SR-450 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 Lithorest SR-450 Tablet:
Co-administration of Mefenamic acid with Lithorest SR-450 Tablet can increase Lithorest SR-450 Tablet levels in the body.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Mefenamic acid with Lithorest SR-450 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, loose stools, vomiting, muscle weakness, muscle incoordination, shaking of hands and legs, blurred vision, ringing in the ear, excessive thirst, and/or increased urination, contact a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lithorest SR-450 Tablet:
Co-administration of Flurbiprofen with Lithorest SR-450 Tablet may significantly increase the blood levels of Lithorest SR-450 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Flurbiprofen and Lithorest SR-450 Tablet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, loose stools, vomiting, muscle weakness, muscle incoordination, shaking of hands and legs, blurred vision, ringing in the ear, excessive thirst and increased urination contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Lithorest SR-450 Tablet:
Coadministration of Naproxen and Lithorest SR-450 Tablet may increase the blood levels and side effects of Lithorest SR-450 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Naproxen and Lithorest SR-450 Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, loose stools, vomiting, muscle weakness, muscle incoordination, shaking of hands and legs, blurred vision, ringing in the ear, excessive thirst, and increased urination, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medication without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Lithorest SR-450 Tablet:
Taking Lithorest SR-450 Tablet with amiloride can enhance the effects of Lithorest SR-450 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking amiloride and Lithorest SR-450 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, loose stools, sleepiness, muscular weakness, a shaking sensation, loss of coordination, blurred vision, or ringing in the ears. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Lithorest SR-450 Tablet:
Coadministration of Ivabradine with Lithorest SR-450 Tablet can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ivabradine with Lithorest SR-450 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or unusual memory loss. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lithorest SR-450 Tablet:
Perindopril when taken together with Lithorest SR-450 Tablet may significantly increase the blood levels of Lithorest SR-450 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is drug interaction between perindopril and Lithorest SR-450 Tablet, but can be taken together if advised by a doctor. if experience dizziness, confusion, diarrhea, vomiting, muscle weakness, tremor (shaking of hand & legs) blurred vision, ringing in the ear, excessive thirst, and/or increased urination consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lithorest SR-450 Tablet:
Taking Lithorest SR-450 Tablet together with Efavirenz can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Lithorest SR-450 Tablet with Efavirenz can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised 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 Lithorest SR-450 Tablet:
Co-administration of Amiodarone together with Lithorest SR-450 Tablet may raise the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Even though Amiodarone and Lithorest SR-450 Tablet interact, they can be used if prescribed by a doctor. If you have heart problems or electrolyte imbalances, you may be at greater risk. If you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, get medical attention. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

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Special Advise

  • Regular blood tests are advised every week while taking Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's 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 Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's.
  • Do regular exercise and maintain a stable weight as Lithorest SR-450 Tablet 10's 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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