Lithocent

It takes some time before you see improvement in your symptoms after taking Lithocent CR Tablet. Though it varies from person to person, it may take 1-3 weeks or longer for you to see the full benefits of Lithocent CR Tablet. Do not stop taking Lithocent CR Tablet if you feel you are not improving. Instead, discuss it with your doctor.

Yes, Lithocent CR Tablet can cause nervous system disorders like sleepiness and dizziness and feeling confused. It can also cause rapid eye movements, blurred vision, or blind spots in your eyesight. If you experience any of these symptoms, consult your doctor. In addition, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery as it can be hazardous for you.

Yes, Lithocent CR Tablet may cause kidney problems. Lithocent CR Tablet is not prescribed in patients who already have severe kidney impairment. The kidney problems may not be reversible and the symptoms include swollen ankles, passing a lot of urine and feeling thirsty. Before starting treatment with Lithocent CR Tablet, your doctor will get blood tests done to see if your kidney function is normal. During Lithocent CR Tablet therapy, any gradual or sudden changes in renal function, even within the normal range, may indicate the need for re-evaluation of treatment.

Lithocent CR Tablet can cause both weight gain or weight loss. You should keep a check on your weight during Lithocent CR Tablet therapy. If you feel you are gaining or losing too much weight, consult your doctor who will assess whether the change in weight is due to Lithocent CR Tablet or some other reason.

Lithocent CR Tablet therapy should only be started if adequate facilities for assessing Lithocent CR Tablet levels are available. This is because Lithocent CR Tablet toxicity is related to increased levels of Lithocent CR Tablet in blood. Lithocent CR Tablet toxicity can even occur at dose which is effective for treatment. Therefore, your doctor may closely monitor your Lithocent CR Tablet levels weekly until stabilization is achieved, then weekly for one month and then at monthly intervals thereafter.

Take Lithocent CR Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Check with your doctor if you are not sure. It is meant for oral administration and can be taken with or without food. However, if you start following a certain type of diet, talk to your doctor first. Any drastic changes in the amount of water you drink or amount of sodium (salt) in your diet may require more frequent monitoring of Lithocent CR Tablet levels.

You should inform your doctor about the medicines you are taking before starting Lithocent CR Tablet since many medicines interfere with the working of Lithocent CR Tablet. Some medicines decrease the levels of Lithocent CR Tablet in blood which means that it will not work well. These include theophylline (for asthma), caffeine, anything containing sodium bicarbonate, or a special group of diuretics (water tablets) called carbonic anhydrase inhibitors and urea used to treat skin conditions.