Lithium Benefits & Uses

Lithium is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Mania

Other Benefits

Lithium Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Mania Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Mania Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Mania Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Lithium Related Warnings

Is the use of Lithium safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Lithium. If you are pregnant, do not take Lithium without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Lithium safe during breastfeeding?

Lithium should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Lithium on the Kidneys?

Lithium rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lithium on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Lithium on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Lithium on the Heart?

Side effects of Lithium rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Lithium with Other Drugs

Lithium should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Ibuprofen

Amiodarone

Sotalol

Olmesartan,Amlodipine,Hydrochlorothiazide

Paracetamol,Tramadol

Moderate

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Lithium Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lithium unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Dehydration
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Dementia
Hyperthyroidism
Suicidal Tendency
Hypothyroidism

Frequently asked Questions about Lithium

Is this Lithium habit forming or addictive?

Lithium does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Lithium, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Lithium can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Lithium should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, in many cases, taking Lithium can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Lithium Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lithium

Taking Lithium with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lithium

Consuming Lithium with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe