Lithium Carbonate Benefits & Uses

Lithium Carbonate is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bipolar Disorder

Other Benefits

Mania

Lithium Carbonate 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: Bipolar Disorder Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose for acute control of bipolar disorder
Geriatric	Disease: Bipolar Disorder Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose for acute control of bipolar disorder

Lithium Carbonate Related Warnings

Is the use of Lithium Carbonate safe for pregnant women?

Lithium Carbonate shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Lithium Carbonate safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Lithium Carbonate. If you see any side effects, stop taking Lithium Carbonate immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Lithium Carbonate again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lithium Carbonate on the Kidneys?

Lithium Carbonate rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lithium Carbonate on the Liver?

Lithium Carbonate is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Lithium Carbonate on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Lithium Carbonate with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Lithium Carbonate Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Fever
Thyroid problems
Parkinson's Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Lithium Carbonate

Is this Lithium Carbonate habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Lithium Carbonate is addictive.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Lithium Carbonate as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Lithium Carbonate is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

Yes, this Lithium Carbonate works for mental disorders.

Yes

Lithium Carbonate Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lithium Carbonate

Taking Lithium Carbonate with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lithium Carbonate

Taking alcohol with Lithium Carbonate can be dangerous.

Severe