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Licab Tablet

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Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Salt Composition

Lithium carbonate (300mg)

Overview Licab Tablet

Adults utilize Licab tablets to manage bipolar disorder and manic states. This medication may also treat certain other behavioral conditions. Its action involves lessening both the frequency and severity of manic episodes. For optimal absorption, consume Licab tablets with food, consistently at the same time daily to ensure stable blood levels. Complete the prescribed course, avoiding missed doses; if a dose is missed, take it immediately upon recollection. Discontinuation should only occur under physician supervision due to potential adverse effects. Possible side effects include tremors, dysarthria, ataxia, nausea, emesis, acne, leukocytosis, and cognitive impairment. Additional side effects can manifest as alopecia, thyroid enlargement, dermatological reactions, and polydipsia. Weight gain is a potential consequence; mitigating this requires a balanced diet and regular physical activity. Long-term use necessitates routine monitoring of thyroid and renal function.

Primary Ingredients of Licab Tablet

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Uses of Licab Tablet

Elevated mood states | Bipolar affective disorder

Major Benefits of Licab Tablet:

Consume this medication precisely as prescribed by your physician, adhering to both the dosage and treatment length. Ingest the tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or fracturing it. It's recommended to take Licab Tablet with a meal.

Common Side effects of Licab Tablet:

  • Tremors
  • Slurred speech
  • Uncoordinated body movements
  • Nausea
  • Acne
  • Increased white blood cell count
  • Memory impairment
  • Hair loss
  • Goiter (enlarged thyroid gland)
  • Skin rash
  • Increased thirst
  • Weight gain
  • Polyuria
  • Diarrhea
  • Vomiting

How to use Licab Tablet:

Follow your doctor's instructions precisely regarding dosage and treatment length for this medication. Ingest the Licab Tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or breaking it. Administer this medication with food.

How Licab Tablet works:

Licab Tablet's mechanism involves dampening overactive neuronal signaling within the brain.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholUNSAFE

Concurrent alcohol and Licab Tablet ingestion is inadvisable.

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Using Licab Tablet during pregnancy is considered unsafe due to confirmed risks to the fetus. In exceptional, life-threatening circumstances, a physician might prescribe it if the potential benefits outweigh the known hazards. Always seek medical advice.

Breast feedingBreast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Using Licab Tablet while breastfeeding is likely inadvisable. Available data from humans indicates potential transfer of the medication into breast milk, posing a possible risk to the infant.

DrivingDrivingUNSAFE

Driving ability may be impaired by the use of Licab Tablets due to potential side effects.

KidneyKidneyCAUTION

Patients with kidney impairment should exercise caution when using Licab Tablet, as dosage modification may be necessary. A physician's consultation is recommended.

LiverLiverSAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Use of Licab Tablet in patients with liver disease appears to pose minimal risk. Current evidence indicates dose modification may be unnecessary, however, physician consultation is recommended.

What if you forget to take Licab Tablet :

Omit any missed Licab Tablet dose and resume your usual medication regimen. Avoid taking a double dose.

Facts to Know About Licab Tablet

LabelValue
Chemical Classification Naturally Occurring Organic Acids
Developing Good Habits No.
Treatment Category Neuroscience, Central Nervous System

FAQs on Licab Tablet

You may not notice symptom improvement from Licab Tablet immediately. While individual responses vary, experiencing the full benefit can take one to three weeks or longer. Don't discontinue Licab Tablet without first consulting your doctor.
Licab Tablet may induce neurological side effects including drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, involuntary eye movements, blurred vision, or visual disturbances. Seek medical advice if you experience these symptoms. Operating machinery or driving should be avoided due to potential safety risks.
Licab Tablet can cause irreversible kidney problems, including swollen ankles, excessive urination, and thirst. It's contraindicated in patients with severe kidney impairment. Before and during treatment, your doctor will monitor your kidney function through blood tests; any changes, even within the normal range, may necessitate treatment reassessment.
Licab Tablet may cause weight changes, either gain or loss. Monitor your weight while taking Licab Tablet. Report significant weight changes to your doctor for evaluation.
Licab Tablet treatment requires readily available facilities for monitoring blood levels, as toxicity is linked to elevated concentrations and can occur even at therapeutic doses. Your doctor will likely monitor your Licab Tablet levels weekly until stable, then weekly for a month, and monthly thereafter.
Follow your doctor's instructions precisely when taking Licab Tablet. If uncertain, consult your doctor. Licab Tablet is for oral use and may be taken with or without food. Discuss any significant dietary changes, including alterations in water or sodium intake, with your doctor beforehand, as these may necessitate closer monitoring of your Licab Tablet levels.
Before starting Licab Tablet, tell your doctor about all your medications. Many drugs interact with Licab Tablet; some, such as theophylline (for asthma), caffeine, sodium bicarbonate-containing products, carbonic anhydrase inhibitor diuretics ("water pills"), and urea-based skin treatments, can lower Licab Tablet's blood levels, reducing its effectiveness.
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