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About Olith SR-450 Tablet
Olith SR-450 Tablet 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. Mania is a mental condition that causes intense excitement, high energy, and delusions (misbeliefs). Bipolar disorder is a mental condition associated with extreme mood swings ranging from the hyper stage of mania to low mood depression.
Olith SR-450 Tablet 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.
Take Olith SR-450 Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you need to take Olith SR-450 Tablet based on your medical condition. Some people may experience loss of appetite, dizziness, dry mouth, taste change, diarrhoea, blurred vision, slurred speech, shaky movements, increased thirst, and urination. Most of these side effects of Olith SR-450 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are known to be allergic to Olith SR-450 Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Olith SR-450 Tablet . Regular blood tests are recommended while taking Olith SR-450 Tablet to monitor the levels of lithium in blood. If you have fits, kidney or heart problems, thyroid, persistent headache, vision problems, and if you are planning or had weight loss surgery, please inform your doctor before taking Olith SR-450 Tablet .
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Medicinal Benefits
Olith SR-450 Tablet is a mood stabilizer that is used to prevent and treat mood disorders such as mania and bipolar disorder. Olith SR-450 Tablet 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, Olith SR-450 Tablet 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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Drug Warnings
Regular blood tests are recommended while taking Olith SR-450 Tablet to check lithium levels in the blood. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Olith SR-450 Tablet . If you have hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid gland), please inform your doctor before taking Olith SR-450 Tablet as it may cause low thyroid levels. If you notice decreased amount of urine, dark, reddish urine, muscle pain or weakness, inform your doctor immediately as it may be due to a serious condition called rhabdomyolysis (muscle tissue breakdown) which may lead to kidney problems.
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Alcohol
Unsafe
You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with Olith SR-450 Tablet as it may increase the risk of side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness or difficulty in concentrating.
Pregnancy
Unsafe
Olith SR-450 Tablet is a Category D pregnancy drug and is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may cause harm to the unborn baby.
Breast Feeding
Unsafe
Avoid breastfeeding while taking Olith SR-450 Tablet as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the baby.
Driving
Unsafe
Olith SR-450 Tablet may cause dizziness, drowsiness or other severe adverse effects. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy or dizzy after taking Olith SR-450 Tablet .
Liver
Safe if prescribed
Olith SR-450 Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver diseases/conditions if prescribed by a doctor.
Kidney
Caution
Take Olith SR-450 Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. Olith SR-450 Tablet is not recommended for patients with severe kidney problems.
Children
Caution
Olith SR-450 Tablet is generally not recommended for children below 12 years. However, Olith SR-450 Tablet may be used in children above 7 years for treating bipolar disorder only if prescribed by a doctor.
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Olith SR-450 Tablet 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.
Olith SR-450 Tablet 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.
Olith SR-450 Tablet 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 Olith SR-450 Tablet .
Olith SR-450 Tablet may cause weight gain but it is not necessary for everyone taking Olith SR-450 Tablet to experience this side effect. However, in order to avoid gaining weight while taking Olith SR-450 Tablet , 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.
Olith SR-450 Tablet 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 Olith SR-450 Tablet to avoid dehydration.
You are not recommended to stop taking Olith SR-450 Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Olith SR-450 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking Olith SR-450 Tablet , please consult your doctor so that the dose may be gradually reduced.
You are not recommended to take Olith SR-450 Tablet 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 Olith SR-450 Tablet with any other medicines, you are advised to contact your doctor.
The effects of Olith SR-450 Tablet 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 Olith SR-450 Tablet 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 Olith SR-450 Tablet 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 Olith SR-450 Tablet 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, Olith SR-450 Tablet 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, Olith SR-450 Tablet 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 Olith SR-450 Tablet .
Olith SR-450 Tablet should only be started if adequate facilities for assessing Olith SR-450 Tablet levels are available. Because elevated levels of Olith SR-450 Tablet are linked to Olith SR-450 Tablet toxicity. Olith SR-450 Tablet toxicity can even occur at dose which is effective for treatment. Therefore, your doctor may closely monitor your Olith SR-450 Tablet levels weekly until stabilization is achieved, then weekly for one month and then at monthly intervals thereafter.
Olith SR-450 Tablet should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. It is recommended to take with food to reduce nausea. Olith SR-450 Tablet 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 Olith SR-450 Tablet in blood include carbonic anhydrase inhibitors, chlorpromazine, sodium-containing preparations, theophylline, urea and herbal medicines. Therefore, before starting Olith SR-450 Tablet , inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking.
The common side effects of Olith SR-450 Tablet 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.
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