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Li Information

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 Benefits & Uses

Li is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Li 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

Li Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Li safe for pregnant women?


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

    Severe
  • Is the use of Li safe during breastfeeding?


    Li may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Li on the Kidneys?


    Li rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Li on the Liver?


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

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Li on the Heart?


    Li may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Li with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan


    Li Contraindications

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



    Frequently asked Questions about Li

    • Is this Li habit forming or addictive?


      No, you will not get addicted to Li.

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


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

      Dangerous
    • Is it safe?


      Yes, but take Li only as per medical advice.

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


      Yes, this Li works for mental disorders.

      Yes

    Li Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Li


      You can take Li with food.

      Safe
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Li


      Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Li as it can have severe side effects.

      Severe


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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan

    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

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