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Lithium - oral

(lith-ee-um)

common brand names: Eskalith, Lithobid, Lithonate, Lithotabs

Warning: It's very important to have the right amount of lithium in your body because too many it may lead to unwanted effects such as nausea, diarrhea, shaking about the hands, dizziness, twitching, seizures, slurred speech, confusion, or increased urination. Notify youre doctor promptly if these effects occur. difference between the correct amount about lithium & too much, is small. Therefore, It's important you be monitored closely.

Simular Drugs : Eskalith, Eskalith Cr

Eskalith Usage: this pill is used to treat manic-depressive disorder (bipolar disorder). it works to stabilize mood and reduces extremes at behavior.

How to use Eskalith: Take with food or milk or immediately after meals to prevent stomach upset. this medication works best if the amount of the drug in your body is kept at a constant level. Do this by taking the medication at evenly spaced intervals throughout day & night. Drink 8-12 glasses of water or other fluid each day and maintain regular diet while taking this drug. do not change amount of salt in your diet unless you're pharmacist tells you to do so. this medication must be taken as prescribed. do not stop taking this medication suddenly without consulting your healthcare professional. few conditions may worsen if medication is suddenly stopped.

Eskalith side effects: can cause drowsiness, tiredness, increased thirst, increased frequency of urination, weight gain, & trembling of hands. These should subside as your body adjusts to medication. If these symptoms persist or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your healthcare professional if you develop: diarrhea, vomiting, fever, unsteady walking, fainting, confusion, slurred speech, rapid heart rate, severe trembling of hands. If you notice another effects not listed above, contact your doctor or doctor.

Eskalith Precautions: Tell you're doctor your entire medical history especially if you have: leukemia, heart disease, kidney disease or other urinary problems, epilepsy, parkinsonism, severe dehydration (symptoms include strong & persistent thirst), infections accompanied with high fever, any allergies. it drug may make you dizzy or drowsy; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. Limit alcoholic beverages. this drug isn't recommended for use during pregnancy especially during first three months. Discuss benefits & risks with your doctor. Lithium is excreted in to breast milk. in most cases, breast-feeding isn't recommended while using it drug. Consult youre doctor before breast-feeding.

Eskalith drug interactions: Tell some your healthcare professional of any over-the-counter or prescription med you are taking including: anti- inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen, SSRI antidepressants (e.g., fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, paroxetine), other medications for mental/mood conditions (e.g., phenothiazines such as chlorpromazine, thiothixene, or butyrophenones such as haloperidol), water pills. Maintain normal diet with an average consumption of sodium. Avoid goods that contain sodium (like sodium bicarbonate, an ingredient in certain antacids). do not start or stop any medicine without physician or pharmacist approval.

Eskalith Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact you're local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms about overdose may include diarrhea, vomiting, ringing in the ears, blurred vision, lack about coordination, unusual drowsiness, seizures, tremor, & loss of consciousness.

Eskalith special notes: it may take some weeks before the full effects of this medication noted. your healthcare professional may perform lab tests periodically during treatment with this medication to cash how It's working. do not change brands about it drug without checking with your physician or pharmacist. Not all brands identical.

If you missed Eskalith dose: If you miss dose, take as soon as remembered unless the following scheduled dose is within two hours (or six hours for slow-release forms). If so, skip missed dose & resume you're usual dosing schedule. don't 'double-up' dose to catch up.

Eskalith Storage: Store at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight. do not store in the bathroom. don't freeze liquid forms.

Active Ingredients : Lithium