Lithosun SR 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 SR 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, Vomiting, 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.
Mania means extremely excited or elevated mood. Lithosun SR Tablet helps calm the mood and relax the nerves. This stabilises the mood and prevents the symptoms of mania from recurring again. Taking Lithosun SR Tablet will ensure that you have a better social life and are able to do daily activities more comfortably.
Side effects of Lithosun Tablet PR
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
Vomiting
How to use Lithosun Tablet PR
Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Lithosun SR Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Lithosun Tablet PR works
Lithosun SR 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 SR Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lithosun SR 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lithosun SR Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Lithosun SR Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Lithosun SR Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lithosun SR Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lithosun SR Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Lithosun SR Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Lithosun Tablet PR?
If you miss a dose of Lithosun SR Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
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