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Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
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91 people bought
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LITHIUM-300MG
Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd
ORAL
Not Returnable
Apr-24
Prescription drug
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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., SUN HOUSE, CTS No. 201 B/1, Western Express Highway, Goregaon (E), Mumbai 400063
Other Info - LIT0004

FAQs

No, you are not recommended to take Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's with fluoxetine or other antidepressants such as paroxetine and sertraline as co-administration of these medicines may increase the risk of a rare and serious condition known as serotonin syndrome. If you experience blurred vision, increased heart rate, hallucination, fits, confusion, muscle stiffness or spasm, vomiting, nausea, diarrhoea, excessive sweating, stomach cramps, fever, shaking or shivering, please consult a doctor immediately. However, before using Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's with any other medicines, you are advised to contact your doctor.
Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's is not recommended for hypothyroid (underactive thyroid gland) patients as it may increase the risk of low levels of thyroid hormone. Therefore, if you have hypothyroidism, please inform your doctor before taking Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's. Also, thyroid levels are checked generally before starting treatment with Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's so that if the levels are too low, Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's is not advised.
Yes, Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's may cause weight gain but it is not necessary for everyone taking Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's to experience this side effect. However, in order to avoid gaining weight while taking Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's, you are advised to do regular exercise and avoid high-calorie drinks. Instead take non-alcoholic drinks, herbal tea and lemon water.
It is advised to inform your doctor if you are planning or had weight loss surgery as the dose may be adjusted accordingly based on lithium levels in blood.
Yes, Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's may cause dehydration especially if you have low sodium levels in the body or consume too much alcohol. However, if you notice dark, strong smelling urine or decrease in urination, it indicates that you are dehydrated and may affect lithium levels in blood. Therefore, you are recommended to drink plenty of fluids while taking Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's to avoid dehydration.
No, you are not recommended to stop taking Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's, please consult your doctor so that the dose may be gradually reduced.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with Lithosun 300 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

Lithosun 300 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 Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the baby.

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Driving

Unsafe

Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, drowsiness or other severe adverse effects. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy or dizzy after taking Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

Lithosun 300 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 Lithosun 300 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. Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's is not recommended for patients with severe kidney problems.

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Children

Caution

Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's is generally not recommended for children below 12 years. However, Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's may be used in children above 7 years for treating bipolar I disorder only if prescribed by a doctor.

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Reference

  1. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.10828.pdf
  2. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/017812s033,018421s032,018558s027lbl.pdf
  3. https://www.drugs.com/lithium.html
  4. https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/lithium/

About Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's

Lithosun 300 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.

Lithosun 300 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 Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's as prescribed. Your doctor will advise how often you take Lithosun 300 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 Lithosun 300 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 Lithosun 300 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 Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's. Regular blood tests are recommended while taking Lithosun 300 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 Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's.

Uses of Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's

Bipolar disorder, Mania

Medicinal Benefits Mweb

Medicinal Benefits

Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's is a mood stabilizer that is used to prevent and treat mood disorders such as mania and bipolar disorder. Lithosun 300 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, Lithosun 300 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 Lithosun 300 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 Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's to check lithium levels in blood. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's. If you have hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid gland), please inform your doctor before taking Lithosun 300 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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LithiumCisapride
Critical
LithiumCidofovir
Critical

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • RAMIPRIL
  • LISINOPRIL
  • METHYLDOPA
  • AMLODIPINE
  • DILTIAZEM
  • IBUPROFEN
  • DICLOFENAC
  • CELECOXIB
  • INDOMETHACIN
  • THEOPHYLLINE
  • OLANZAPINE
  • HALOPERIDOL
  • CLOZAPINE
  • SERTINDOLE
  • PHENYTOIN
  • CLONAZEPAM
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • QUINIDINE
  • AMIODARONE
  • PROPAFENONE
  • RANOLAZINE
  • PROCAINAMIDE
  • DISOPYRAMIDE
  • HYDROQUINIDINE
  • IBUTILIDE
  • SOTALOL
  • DOFETILIDE
  • PAROXETINE
  • AMITRIPTYLINE
  • FLUOXETINE
  • TRIMETHOPRIM
  • SPECTINOMYCIN
  • METRONIDAZOLE
  • TETRACYCLINE

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Regular blood tests are advised every week while taking Lithosun 300 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 Lithosun 300 Tablet 10's.
  • Do regular exercise and maintain a stable weight as Lithosun 300 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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