Treating manic episodes in patients with bipolar disorder. It is also used to reduce the frequency and decrease the severity of manic episodes in patients with bipolar disorder. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb) is an antimanic agent. Exactly how Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb) works is unknown, but it may work by altering the balance of certain chemicals in the brain.
Important safety information:
Lithium carbonicum may cause drowsiness or dizziness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb) with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
Do NOT take more than the recommended dose without checking with your doctor.
It may take 1 to 3 weeks for Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb) to work. Do not stop using Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb) or change your dose without checking with your doctor.
Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb) before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
Fever, infection, vomiting, diarrhea, or excessive sweating may affect the levels of Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb) in your blood. If you experience any of these conditions, contact your doctor. Talk to your doctor about how to replace the salt lost through sweating during exercise.
Do not change the amount of salt in your diet unless instructed by your doctor. Check with your doctor before restricting your salt intake. Tell your doctor if you are on a low-salt diet.
A certain heart problem (Brugada syndrome) has shown up in certain people taking Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb). These people had this problem but did not know it at the time. People with Brugada syndrome have an irregular heartbeat and are at risk for sudden death. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor.
Lab tests, including blood Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb) levels and kidney function tests, may be performed while you use Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb). These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
Use Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb) with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects.
Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb) is not approved for use in CHILDREN younger than 12 years old. Talk with the doctor.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb) may cause harm to the fetus. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb) while you are pregnant. Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb) is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb).
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Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb) side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Drying or thinning of the hair; hair loss; mild hand tremor; mild loss of appetite; mild thirst; mild tiredness; temporary, mild nausea and general discomfort at the beginning of treatment.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue; unusual hoarseness); back and forth eye movements; confusion; diarrhea; dizziness or light-headedness; drowsiness; dry mouth or eyes; fainting; giddiness; inability to control the bladder or bowels; increased or decreased urination; increased thirst; involuntary twitching or muscle movements; loss of consciousness; loss of coordination; muscle weakness; numbness of the skin; restlessness; ringing in the ears; seizures; severe or persistent headache or nausea; shortness of breath; slow or irregular heartbeat; sluggishness; slurred speech; swelling of the ankles or wrists; tremor; unsteadiness; vision changes (eg, blurred vision); vomiting; weight changes.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Methenamine (Lithium carb)
What is Methenamine (Lithium carb)
Preventing urinary tract infections. Methenamine (Lithium carb) is a urinary antiseptic. It works by concentrating in the urine as formaldehyde, which kills bacteria in the urine.
Important safety information:
It is important that your urine be acidic while you are taking Methenamine. Check with your doctor to see if you should eat or avoid certain foods to keep your urine acidic.
Methenamine (Lithium carb) may interfere with certain lab tests. Be sure your doctor and lab personnel know you are taking Methenamine (Lithium carb).
Lab tests, including urine pH, may be performed while you use Methenamine (Lithium carb). These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: It is not known if Methenamine (Lithium carb) can cause harm to the fetus. If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Methenamine (Lithium carb) while you are pregnant. Methenamine (Lithium carb) is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Methenamine (Lithium carb), check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
Methenamine (Lithium carb) side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Nausea; upset stomach.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); blood in the urine.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Active ingredients: Lithium carbonicum/colchicum/methenamine/tartaric acid
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Lithium carb - Frequently asked Questions
Can Lithium carb be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb)?
Use Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb) as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Take Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb) by mouth with or without food. If stomach upset occurs, take with food to reduce stomach irritation.
Drinking extra fluids while you are taking Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb) is recommended. Check with your doctor for instructions.
Do not change your diet, including the amount of salt in your diet, unless instructed by your doctor.
If you miss a dose of Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb), take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb).
Who should not take Methenamine (Lithium carb)?
Some medical conditions may interact with Methenamine (Lithium carb). Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have diarrhea, a stomach infection, liver or kidney problems, or gout, or you are severely dehydrated
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Methenamine (Lithium carb). Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Sulfonamides (eg, sulfamethizole) because they may decrease methenamine's effectiveness
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Methenamine (Lithium carb) may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
Who should not take Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb)?
Some medical conditions may interact with Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb). Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have diarrhea, vomiting, excessive sweating, dehydration, fever, infection, or illness, or you are in a weakened state
if you have psoriasis or kidney, heart, or thyroid problems
if you have or are suspected to have a certain genetic heart disease (Brugada syndrome), or you have risk factors for it (eg, unexplained fainting; family history of Brugada syndrome; family history of sudden, unexplained death before the age of 45 years)
if you have brain or nerve problems (eg, organic brain syndrome)
if you are on a low-salt (sodium) diet
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb). Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors (eg, enalapril), angiotensin II receptor antagonists (eg, losartan), calcium channel blockers (eg, verapamil), carbamazepine, diuretics (eg, furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide), hydantoins (eg, phenytoin), methyldopa, metronidazole, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) (eg, indomethacin, celecoxib), selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressants (eg, fluoxetine), or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) (eg, venlafaxine) because the risk of toxicity of Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb) may be increased
Butyrophenones (eg, haloperidol) or other medicines for mental or mood problems because the risk of a severe and sometimes permanent nervous system problem (encephalopathic syndrome) characterized by weakness, fever, tremor, confusion, sluggishness, or uncontrolled muscle movements may be increased
Iodide preparations (eg, potassium iodide) because the risk of low thyroid levels may be increased
Acetazolamide, urea, urinary alkalinizers (eg, sodium bicarbonate), or xanthines (eg, theophylline) because they may decrease lithium's effectiveness
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Lithium carbonicum (Lithium carb) may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How should I take Methenamine (Lithium carb)?
Use Methenamine (Lithium carb) as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Take Methenamine (Lithium carb) by mouth with or without food. If stomach upset occurs, take with food to reduce stomach irritation.
Before you begin using an antacid, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
If you miss a dose of Methenamine (Lithium carb), take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Methenamine (Lithium carb).
Can Lithium carb be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Lithium carb be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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