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Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's Substitute

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Uses:

Treatment of Bipolar disorder and Mania

Medicinal Benefits:

Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's is a mood stabilizer that is used to prevent and treat mood disorders such as mania and bipolar disorder. Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's contains Lithium carbonate that helps to treat mental disorders by increasing the activity of chemical messengers in the brain; thereby, suppressing the excessive and abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain and helping in stabilizing a person’s mood. Thus, Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's relaxes nerves and calms the mood, which helps in having a better social life and enables to do daily activities comfortably.

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Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's belongs to a psychological class of drugs called 'anti-manic agents' or 'mood stabilizers' primarily used to prevent and treat mood disorders like mania and bipolar disorder.

Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's helps to treat mental disorders by increasing the activity of chemical messengers in the brain; thereby, suppressing the excessive and abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain and helping in stabilizing a person’s mood.

Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's is not recommended for hypothyroid (underactive thyroid gland) patients as it may increase the risk of low levels of thyroid hormone. Therefore, if you have hypothyroidism, please inform your doctor before taking Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's.

Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's may cause weight gain but it is not necessary for everyone taking Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's to experience this side effect. However, in order to avoid gaining weight while taking Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's, you are advised to do regular exercise and avoid high-calorie drinks. Instead take non-alcoholic drinks, herbal tea and lemon water.

It is advised to inform your doctor if you are planning or had weight loss surgery as the dose may be adjusted accordingly based on lithium levels in blood.

Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's may cause dehydration especially if you have low sodium levels in the body or consume too much alcohol. However, if you notice dark, strong-smelling urine or a decrease in urination, it indicates that you are dehydrated, and this may affect lithium levels in the blood. Therefore, you are recommended to drink plenty of fluids while taking Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's to avoid dehydration.

You are not recommended to stop taking Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's, please consult your doctor so that the dose may be gradually reduced.

You are not recommended to take Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's with fluoxetine or other antidepressants such as paroxetine and sertraline as co-administration of these medicines may increase the risk of a rare and serious condition known as serotonin syndrome. If you experience blurred vision, increased heart rate, hallucination, fits, confusion, muscle stiffness or spasm, vomiting, nausea, diarrhoea, excessive sweating, stomach cramps, fever, shaking, or shivering, please consult a doctor immediately. However, before using Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's with any other medicines, you are advised to contact your doctor.

The effects of Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's can vary from person to person, but it generally takes 1-3 weeks for you to see the full benefits. However, it's important to continue taking the Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's regularly as prescribed by your doctor to maintain its effectiveness.

It's important to inform your doctor about your hypertension and the medications you're taking for it as Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's can interact with certain blood pressure medications, and your doctor may need to adjust your treatment plan to ensure your safety.

No, you should not increase the dose of Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's on your own. It can take 1-3 weeks to feel the full effects, and increasing the dose without medical advice can be dangerous and may lead to adverse effects. However consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

Yes, Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's can cause sleepiness as a side effect. It's important to be cautious when performing activities that require alertness, such as driving or operating heavy machinery, until you know how the medication affects you.

Yes, Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's can affect the kidneys. Long-term use of lithium can lead to kidney problems, and regular monitoring of kidney function is necessary during treatment. It's important to inform your doctor if you have any pre-existing kidney conditions or if you experience any symptoms of kidney problems while taking Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's.

Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's should only be started if adequate facilities for assessing Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's levels are available. Because elevated levels of Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's are linked to Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's toxicity. Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's toxicity can even occur at dose which is effective for treatment. Therefore, your doctor may closely monitor your Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's levels weekly until stabilization is achieved, then weekly for one month and then at monthly intervals thereafter.

Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. It is recommended to take with food to reduce nausea. Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's may be taken before or after meals. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Certain medications which decrease the levels of Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's in blood include carbonic anhydrase inhibitors, chlorpromazine, sodium-containing preparations, theophylline, urea and herbal medicines. Therefore, before starting Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's, inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking.

The common side effects of Lerithium SR 400 Tablet 10's are loss of appetite, dizziness, dry mouth, taste change, diarrhoea, blurred vision, slurred speech, shaky movements, increased thirst, and urination. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.