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Lalithium is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Mania. The alternative uses of Lalithium have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Lalithium depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lalithium can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Lalithium are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Lalithium's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Lalithium has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lalithium related warnings section.
Lalithium is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Dehydration, Diarrhea (Loose Motions), Heart Disease as it can result in adverse effects.
Drug reaction of Lalithium with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Lalithium is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Lalithium is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Lalithium safe for pregnant women?
Lalithium has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Lalithium without medical advice.
Is the use of Lalithium safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Lalithium. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Lalithium on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Lalithium on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Lalithium on the Liver?
Using Lalithium does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Lalithium on the Heart?
Lalithium may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Lalithium should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lalithium unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lalithium habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Lalithium has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Lalithium. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Lalithium only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Lalithium works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lalithium
Taking Lalithium with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lalithium
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Lalithium as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lithium
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 447-450
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 783-784