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Li is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Mania. The alternative uses of Li have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Li depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Li can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Li normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Li's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Li has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Li related warnings section.
Li can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Li in conditions like Dehydration, Diarrhea (Loose Motions), Heart Disease.
Besides this, Li may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Li is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Li 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 Li safe for pregnant women?
Li should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Li safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Li. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Li on the Kidneys?
Li may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Li on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Li on the liver.
What is the effect of Li on the Heart?
Li has very mild side effects on the heart.
Li 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 Li unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Li habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Li is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Li as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Li is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Li is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Li
It is safe to take Li with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Li
Taking alcohol with Li can be dangerous.
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