Lithowel
Lithowel Products are primarily used for
Mania, Bipolar disorder
About Lithowel Products
Lithowel Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Lithowel are Nausea, Increased white blood cell count, Weight gain, Polyuria, Headache, Vomiting, Dryness in mouth, Hand tremors, Muscle weakness, Confusion, Decreased memory, Feeling thirsty, ECG changes, Vertigo.
How Lithowel Products work
Lithium carbonate works by suppressing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Patient Concerns about Lithowel Products
Frequently asked questions about Lithowel Products
Frequently asked questions about Lithium carbonate
Q. How quickly does Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR work?
It takes some time before you see improvement in your symptoms after taking Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR. Though it varies from person to person, it may take 1-3 weeks or longer for you to see the full benefits of Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR. Do not stop taking Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR if you feel you are not improving. Instead, discuss it with your doctor.
Q. Does Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR make you sleepy?
Yes, Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR 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.
Q. Is Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR bad for kidneys?
Yes, Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR may cause kidney problems. Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR 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 Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR, your doctor will get blood tests done to see if your kidney function is normal. During Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR therapy, any gradual or sudden changes in renal function, even within the normal range, may indicate the need for re-evaluation of treatment.
Q. Can Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR cause gain in weight?
Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR can cause both weight gain or weight loss. You should keep a check on your weight during Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR 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 Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR or some other reason.
Q. What is the most important information I should know about Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR?
Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR therapy should only be started if adequate facilities for assessing Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR levels are available. This is because Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR toxicity is related to increased levels of Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR in blood. Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR toxicity can even occur at dose which is effective for treatment. Therefore, your doctor may closely monitor your Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR levels weekly until stabilization is achieved, then weekly for one month and then at monthly intervals thereafter.
Q. How should Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR be taken?
Take Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR 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 Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR levels.
Q. Which medicines decrease Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR levels?
You should inform your doctor about the medicines you are taking before starting Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR since many medicines interfere with the working of Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR. Some medicines decrease the levels of Lithowel 450mg Tablet CR 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.