Lithosun 300 Tablet

Lithosun 300 Tablet

Prescription Required

Marketer: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
SALT COMPOSITION: Lithium carbonate (300mg)

Product introduction

Lithosun 300 Tablet is 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 300 Tablet 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 dose, take it as soon as you remember it. You should continue to take this medicine for as long as the doctor advises and do not stop taking it suddenly as it may result in harmful effects.

Side effects associated with the use of this medicine include tremors, slurred speech, uncoordinated body movements, nausea, acne, increased white blood cell count, and memory impairment. It may also cause hair loss, enlarged thyroid gland, skin rash, and increased thirst. This medicine may also cause weight gain and to control it, you should have a balanced diet and exercise regularly. If you have been taking this medicine for a long time then regular monitoring of thyroid and kidney function may be required.

Uses of Lithosun Tablet

    Mania
    Bipolar disorder

Benefits of Lithosun Tablet

In Mania

Mania means extremely excited or elevated mood. Lithosun 300 Tablet helps calm the mood and relax the nerves. This stabilises the mood and prevents the symptoms of mania from recurring again. Taking Lithosun 300 Tablet will ensure that you have a better social life and are able to do daily activities more comfortably.

In Bipolar disorder

Lithosun 300 Tablet works to restore the normal balance of nerve activity in your brain. It can help prevent extreme changes in mood and help you feel less agitated. You may experience fewer episodes of low mood. It can take several weeks for this medicine to work and you may still feel low during this time. It is likely that you will take this medicine for at least six months but possibly much longer. It needs to be taken regularly to work effectively. Do not stop taking it unless your doctor advises you to. You should continue to eat well and keep fit to reduce symptoms of bipolar disorder.

Side effects of Lithosun Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Lithosun

    Tremors
    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 Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lithosun 300 Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Lithosun Tablet works
Lithosun 300 Tablet works by suppressing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lithosun 300 Tablet.


Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lithosun 300 Tablet 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.

Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lithosun 300 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving
UNSAFE
Lithosun 300 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Lithosun 300 Tablet may make you feel sleepy, tired or dizzy. Lithosun 300 Tablet may also cause other effects that can make it dangerous to drive such as numbness, paralysis, weakness or fits (seizures).

Kidney
CAUTION
Lithosun 300 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lithosun 300 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Lithosun 300 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lithosun 300 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Lithosun 300 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

    Lithosun 300 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 300 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 300 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
    Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class: Organic Carbonic Acids
Habit Forming: No
Therapeutic Class: NEURO CNS
Action Class: Mood stabilizers