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Lithosun 300 MG Tablet

Manufactured bySun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsLithium
Description
Lithosun 300 MG Tablet is a mood-stabilizing medicine that is used for the treatment of mental disorders such as mania (very intense and irritable moods and hyperactivity) and bipolar disorder (unusual shifts in mood ranging from emotional highs to emotional lows). This medicine works by altering the release of chemicals in the brain. Lithosun 300 MG Tablet can cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, tremors, dry mouth, increased thirst, dizziness, drowsiness, etc. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or worsen. Avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it. Lithosun 300 MG Tablet is usually taken with food. Take it as prescribed by your doctor. For ease of remembering, take it at the same time every day. Do not skip any dose or discontinue the treatment without consulting your doctor, as your condition may become worse. Avoid taking more than the recommended dose due to the increased risk of toxicity. Lithosun 300 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have heart or kidney conditions or severe dehydration. Inform your doctor if you have other medical conditions and about your ongoing medications to make sure this medicine is safe for you. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Lithosun 300 MG Tablet

Intalith 300 MG Tablet
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Licab 300 MG Tablet
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Lithium 300 MG Tablet
Micro Labs Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Lithosun 300 MG Tablet

  • Confusion
  • Increased thirst
  • Weight gain
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Changes in vision
  • Skin rash
  • Dry mouth
  • Loss of appetite

Uses of Lithosun 300 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Mania
  • Bipolar disorder
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time taken by Lithosun 300 MG Tablet to show its effect is not clinically determined.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The time duration for which Lithosun 300 MG Tablet remains effective in the body is not clinically determined.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with Lithosun 300 MG Tablet due to the increased risk of severe side effects such as dizziness, difficulty in concentration, impaired judgment, etc.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Lithosun 300 MG Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Lithosun 300 MG Tablet is unsafe for use during pregnancy. Hence consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Lithosun 300 MG Tablet may pass into breastmilk. Hence it is not recommended for use while breastfeeding.

Allergy

Lithosun 300 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Severe heart disease

Lithosun 300 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have severe heart conditions. This medicine can affect the electrical functioning of the heart such as T-wave flattening (abnormal electrical signaling in the heart that may occur due to reduced blood supply to the heart or low blood potassium levels), dysfunction of the sinus node (dysfunction of the heart's natural pacemaker), and QT prolongation (the heart muscle takes longer than normal to recharge between beats). This can worsen your condition if the heart is already severely compromised.

Severe dehydration

Lithosun 300 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have severe dehydration. In such a condition, there is a decrease in excretion of this medicine from the body, which may result in toxicity. The symptoms may include tremor, vision changes, trouble walking, uncontrollable movements, an altered level of consciousness, etc.

Kidney condition

Lithosun 300 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have kidney conditions due to the increased risk of toxicity.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Lithosun 300 MG Tablet is unsafe for use during pregnancy. Hence consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

Lithosun 300 MG Tablet may pass into breastmilk. Hence it is not recommended for use while breastfeeding.
General warnings

Fluid and electrolyte balance

Lithosun 300 MG Tablet should be used with caution as it may alter the fluid and electrolyte levels in the body. Your doctor may initiate the treatment with this medicine only after fluid and electrolyte imbalance is corrected. Drink plenty of water and continue taking normal salt in the diet to maintain fluid and electrolyte balance.

Driving or operating machines

Lithosun 300 MG Tablet may cause drowsiness or dizziness in some cases. It is advised that you do not perform activities that require high mental alertness, like driving vehicles or operating machines, if you experience such symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

LIthium toxicity

Lithosun 300 MG Tablet should be used with extreme caution due to the increased risk of lithium toxicity (an increased blood levels of lithium resulting in undesired effects). Never take more than the recommended dose of this medicine.

Missed Dose

Avoid missing a scheduled dose of Lithosun 300 MG Tablet. In case you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Lithosun 300 MG Tablet. Seek immediate medical attention in case of an overdose for further guidance.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with Lithosun 300 MG Tablet due to the increased risk of severe side effects such as dizziness, difficulty in concentration, impaired judgment, etc.
Interaction with Medicine

Metformin

Ondansetron

Furosemide

Enalapril

Disease interactions

Dementia

Lithosun 300 MG Tablet should be used with caution in the elderly with dementia-related psychosis (memory loss along with hallucinations) as it may increase the risk of heart failure (the heart is unable to pump enough blood throughout the body) or infectious diseases like pneumonia (lung infection).

Heart Disease

Lithosun 300 MG Tablet is generally not recommended for use if you have heart conditions due to the increased risk of lithium toxicity (an increased blood levels of lithium resulting in undesired effects). Consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you have heart conditions.

Hypothyroidism

Lithosun 300 MG Tablet may cause hypothyroidism (when the thyroid gland fails to produce enough hormones) in some cases. Hence this medicine should be used with caution if you have preexisting hypothyroidism.

Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS)

Neuroleptic malignant syndrome is a rare life-threatening condition characterised by fever, an abnormally high body temperature, muscle rigidity, altered mental status, irregular pulse or blood pressure, etc. Lithosun 300 MG Tablet should be used with extreme caution if you have or have had neuroleptic malignant syndrome, as it can trigger or aggravate the condition.

Seizure disorders

A seizure is a condition in which there is uncontrolled body movements due to an electrical disturbance in the brain. Lithosun 300 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have a history of seizures or conditions that lower the seizure threshold (likelihood of having a seizure). Your doctor may recommend an appropriate dose adjustment or replacement with a suitable alternative based on your clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Lithosun 300 MG Tablet exactly advised by your doctor. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablet. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than prescribed. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects that persist or worsen. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor. Take plenty of water and ensure regular salt intake during treatment with this medicine to avoid undesired effects.
Miscelleneous

To be taken with food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Causes sleepiness

How it works
Lithosun 300 MG Tablet works by altering the release of chemicals in the brain. This helps in maintaining the chemical balance in the brain.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Miscellaneous antipsychotic agents

Schedule

Schedule H

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