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Lithosun SR

Name: Lithosun SR 400mg Tablet
Brand: Sun Pharmaceutical (Bangladesh) Ltd.
SKU: 10678
Price: 51.77 BDT
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.9 (26 reviews)

Tablet - (400mg)

Sun Pharmaceutical (Bangladesh) Ltd.

Generic: Lithium Carbonate

Safety Advices

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UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lithosun SR.

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lithosun 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.

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Lithosun SR is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

UNSAFE

Lithosun SR may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Lithosun SR may make you feel sleepy, tired or dizzy. Lithosun SR may also cause other effects that can make it dangerous to drive such as numbness, paralysis, weakness or fits (seizures).

CAUTION

Lithosun SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lithosun SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Lithosun SR is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Lithosun SR is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Lithosun SR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Medicine Overview of Lithosun SR 400mg Tablet

Introduction

Lithosun SR is a prescription medicine 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. Lithosun 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...

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Uses of Lithosun SR

Mania
Bipolar disoder

Side effects of Lithosun SR

Common

Tremor
Slurred speech
Uncoordinated body movements
Nausea
Acne
Increased white blood cell count
Memory impairment
Hair loss
Goiter (enlarged thyroid gland)
Skin rash
Increased thirst
Weight gain
Polyuria
Diarrhea

How to use Lithosun SR

Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Lithosun SR is to be taken with food.

How Lithosun SR works

Lithosun SR works by suppressing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Quick Tips

Lithosun SR Tablet is one of the most effective long-term treatment for bipolar disorder.

It may also be used for the treatment of mania.

Your lithium blood levels, thyroid function, and kidney function may be monitored as long as you take this medicine.

It may cause diarrhea and dehydration. Drink plenty of water and and use normal amounts of salt. Inform your doctor if you start or stop a low-salt diet.

Monitor your weight during treatment as Lithosun SR Tablet can cause weight gain.

Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.

Inform your doctor if you have persistent stomach upset, problems with your speech, or extreme drowsiness. Your dose may need to be adjusted.

Do not take Lithosun SR Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Brief Description

Indication

Bipolar disorder, Mania, Recurrent unipolar depression

Administration

Should be taken with food.

Adult Dose

Oral Mania; Bipolar disorder; Recurrent unipolar depression Adult: Treatment and prevention: Initially, 400-1,200 mg daily in 1-2 divided doses. Serum lithium should be monitored 12 hours after dose, twice weekly until serum concentration and clinical condition stabilize, and every other month thereafter Desirable range for serum lithium: 0.6-1.2 mEq/L; although higher serum concentrations may be needed, not to exceed 1.5 mEq/L

Renal Dose

Renal impairment: CrCl (ml/min) Dosage Recommendation 10-50 50-75% of normal dose. <10 25-50% of normal dose.

Contraindication

Renal insufficiency, cardiovascular insufficiency, Addison\'s disease and untreated hypothyroidism are all contraindications to lithium therapy.

Mode of Action

Inhibits postsynaptic D2 receptor supersensitivity. Alters cation transport in nerve and muscle cells and influences reuptake of serotonin or norepinephrine. Inhibits phosphatidylinositol cycle second messenger systems.

Precaution

Decreased tolerance to lithium has been reported to ensue from protracted sweating or diarrhoea and, if such occur, supplemental fluid and salt should be administered under careful medical supervision and lithium intake reduced or suspended until the condition is resolved. Lactation: Drug is excreted in breast milk; use not recommended

Side Effect

>10% Leukocytosis (most patients),Polyuria/polydypsia (30-50%),Dry mouth (20-50%),Hand tremor (45% initially, 10% after 1 year of treatment),Confusion (40%),Decreased memory (40%),Headache (40%),Muscle weakness (30% initially, 1% after 1 year of treatment),Electrocardiographic (ECG) changes (20-30%),Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea (10-30% initially, 1-10% after 1-2 years of treatment),Hyperreflexia (15%),Muscle twitch (15%),Vertigo (15%) 1-10% Extrapyramidal symptoms, goiter (5%),Hypothyroidism (1-4%),Acne (1%),Hair thinning (1%) Frequency Not Defined Coma,Lethargy,Seizures,Renal toxicity

Interaction

Reduced serum levels with carbonic anhydrase inhibitors, chlorpromazine, sodium-containing preparations, theophylline, urea. Enhanced hypothyroid effects with iodine salts. Enhanced effects of neuromuscular-blocking agents. Reduced pressor response to sympathomimetics. Potentially Fatal: Increased risk of lithium toxicity with ACE inhibitors, angiotensin receptor antagonists, loop diuretics, metronidazole, phenytoin. Increased risk of neurotoxicity with carbamazepine, calcium-channel blockers, haloperidol, methyldopa, phenothiazines, SSRIs, TCAs. Increased serum levels with COX-2 inhibitors, NSAIDs (except sulindac, aspirin), tetracyclines, thiazide diuretics. Increased risk of encephalopathy with haloperidol. Increased risk of serotonin syndrome with sibutramine. Fatal malignant hyperpyrexia may occur when used with MAOIs.

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Lithosun SR

Tablet - (400mg)

Sun Pharmaceutical (Bangladesh) Ltd.

Generic: Lithium Carbonate

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The information provided herein is accurate, updated and complete as per the best practices of the Company. Please note that this information should not be treated as a replacement for physical medical consultation or advice. We do not guarantee the accuracy and the completeness of the information so provided. The absence of any information and/or warning to any drug shall not be considered and assumed as an implied assurance of the Company. We do not take any responsibility for the consequences arising out of the aforementioned information and strongly recommend you for a physical consultation in case of any queries or doubts.

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