Intalith CR 450mg Tablet 10'S

Introduction About INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET

INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET contains Lithium Carbonate, which belongs to the group
of medicines called Anti-m
depression. INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET is also used to manage or control hypom
(a less severe form of m

Depression (major depressive disorder) is a common and serious medical illness
that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think, and how you act. It
causes feelings of sadness and/or a loss of interest in activities you once
enjoyed. It can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems and can
decrease your ability to function at work and at home.

Prior to INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET management, your doctor may check on your
kidneys, thyroid, and heart to avoid any untoward side effects. INTALITH CR
450MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with kidney, thyroid, and
heart problems or if you have Addison’s disease.

Before taking INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have epilepsy,
persistent headaches, a cold or flu, gastroenteritis, or if you have had or are
about to have any weight loss surgery. INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET is not suitable
for use by pregnant or breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking
the medicine.

INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET is not recommended for use with children. Consult your
child’s doctor for advice. INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET should be used with caution
in patients over 65 years of age. The most common side effects of taking
INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET are hand trembling, excessive urination, increased
thirst, nausea, and general discomfort during the beginning of the management.
Contact your doctor if the side effects persist for a long time.

Uses Of INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET

• Used to manage depression

How INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET Works

INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET works by stabilizing the levels of chemicals in your
brain that influence your mood.

How to use INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET

Take INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow this
medicine, do not crush or chew. Your doctor will decide the right dose and
duration for you depending on your age, body weight, and disease condition. Do
not stop taking INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET unless your doctor advises you to stop.

Side Effects Of INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET

Common

• hand trembling
• excessive urination
• increased thirst
• nausea
• general discomfort (beginning of management)
• dizziness
• rash
• difficulty walking
• decreased appetite
• vomiting
• blurred vision

Stop taking INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you
experience any of the following side effects:

• changes in heart rhythm like a slow, fast, or irregular heartbeat
• fever, confusion, agitation, shaking, and abrupt contractions of muscles
• neurole
• continuous headaches and/or visual disturbances
• rhabdomyolysis (breakdown of muscles leading to kidney problems)
• serious disturbance in mental abilities that results in confusion and reduced awareness of the environment
• abnormal heartbeat, vomiting, diarrhea, drowsiness, muscle weakness or twitching, blurred vision, clumsiness, ringing in your ears
• low blood sodium levels (excessive sweating, diarrhea)
• Brugada Syndrome (feeling abnormal heartbeats)
• increased pressure in the brain and swelling in the eye (severe headaches behind your eyes, ringing in the ears, blurred or double vision, brief periods of blindness)
• allergic reaction (rash, trouble swallowing or breathing, swollen lips, face, throat, or tongue)
• cloudy or foamy urine
• feeling dazed, delirious, or loss of consciousness
• memory problems
• fits or seizures
• involuntary eye movements
• benign or malignant kidney tumours in long-term management (microcysts, oncocytomas, or collecting duct renal carcinoma)
• lichenoid drug reaction (eru
• hyperthyroidism (fast heartbeat, sweating, stress, increased appetite, weight loss, weakness, heat intolerance)
• hypothyroidism (tiredness, cold skin, dry hair, thinning of hair or fingernails, hoarse voice, joint or muscle pain, weight gain)
• hyperparathyroidism (increased thirst and urination, tiredness, depression, muscle aches or pains, bone or joint pain, upset stomach)
• gastritis (indigestion, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, black tarry faeces, bloody stools, blood or dark bits in your vomit)
• peripheral neuropathy (numbness, weakness, and pain in the arms and legs)

How To Manage Side Effects

!### Dizziness Or Drowsiness

Lie down until the dizziness is resolved, then get up slowly. Do not hurry, and
move slowly and carefully. Get adequate rest. Drink plenty of water and other
fluids. Avoid coffee, cigarettes, alcohol, and drugs. If dizziness does not get
better, consult your doctor.

!### Loss Of Appetite

Eat when you are hungry. Eat smaller meals more often than usual. Snack only
when you are hungry. Eat a protein-rich or other nutritious snack, such as dried
fruit and nuts. If your appetite does not improve, contact your doctor.

!### Nausea And Vomiting

Take INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET with, or just after, meals. Stick to simple meals.
Avoid eating oily or spicy foods, sugary snacks, and aerated drinks. Avoid
drinking too much liquid along with or before your meals, drink slowly in
between meals. If nausea or vomiting does not get better, contact your doctor.

!### Skin rash Or Itching

Avoid hot showers because hot water can further irritate your skin. Do not
scratch the affected area. Use protective clothing when going outdoors.
Regularly moisturize your skin. Consult your doctor if your skin rash gets
worse.

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

ContraindicatedINTALITH CR 450MG TABLET is not recommended if you are pregnant or trying to
become pregnant. Consult your doctor for advice.

!### Breastfeeding

ContraindicatedINTALITH CR 450MG TABLET is not recommended if you are breast-feeding. Consult
your doctor for advice.

!### Driving and Using Machines

Use with CautionDo not drive or operate any tools or machines, as INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET may
cause dizziness or other nervous disorders, sleepiness, tiredness, numbness,
paralysis, weakness, or fits.

!### Kidney

ContraindicatedINTALITH CR 450MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe
kidney disease. If patients with mild or moderate renal impairment are being
managed with INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET, serum levels should be closely monitored.
Consult your doctor for advice.

!### Allergy

ContraindicatedDo not take INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET if you are allergic to Lithium, or any of
the other ingredients in this medicine.

!### Lungs

Use with CautionINTALITH CR 450MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with breathing
problems. Consult your doctor before taking it.

!### Heart Disease

Consult your doctorINTALITH CR 450MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with an
irregular heartbeat or Brugada syndrome. INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET should be used
with caution in patients with other heart diseases. Consult your doctor before
taking it.

!### Use In Pediatrics

ContraindicatedINTALITH CR 450MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children. Consult your
child’s doctor for advice.

!### Use In Geriatrics

Use with CautionINTALITH CR 450MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (above
65 years of age), especially those with decreased liver, kidney, or heart
function. Consult your doctor for advice.

Others

INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you:

• have an uncontrollable hypothyroidism
• have low sodium levels in the body
• have Addison’s disease
• want to go on any kind of diet

Before taking INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you:

• have epilepsy (fits)
• have continuous headaches with or without visual disturbances
• have low levels of potassium, magnesium, and calcium in your blood
• recently had or is going to have weight loss surgery
• have cold
• have gastroenteritis
• are not eating or drinking properly

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any
of the following medicines:

• medicines used to manage bacterial infections (Ex. tetracyclines, metronidazole, parfloxacin, co-trimoxazole, trimethoprim, spectinomycin, and erythromycin)
• medicines used to manage pain and rheumatism (Ex. celecoxib, indomethacin, diclofenac, ibuprofen, and aspirin)
• medicines used to manage heart problems, high or low blood pressure, or irregular heart rhythm (Ex. ramipril, lisinopril, losartan, irbesartan, empagliflozin, quinidine, procainamide, disopyramide, amiodarone, ajmaline, cibenzoline, hydroquinidine, azimilide, dofetilide, ibutilide, sotalol, methyldopa, amlodipine, diltiazem, ketanserin)
• ranolazine (used for angina)
• medicines used to manage allergies or inflammation (Ex. prednisolone, betamethasone, hydrocortisone)
• furosemide, chlortalidone, indapamide, spironolactone, and acetazolamide (used to promote salt and water excretion from the body)
• theophylline (used to manage asthma)
• caffeine (CNS stimulant)
• sodium bicarbonate (used to relieve heartburn)
• medicines used to manage schizophrenia and other behavioural disorders (Ex. haloperidol, olanzapine, clozapine, amisulpride, pimozide, sertindole, mesoridazine, clozaril, droperidol, and thioridazine)
• medicines used to manage epilepsy (Ex. clonazepam, carbamazepine, and phenytoin)
• medicines used to manage depression (Ex. fluoxetine, paroxetine, and amitriptyline)
• muscle relaxants used in anaesthesia (Ex. pancuronium)
• sumatriptan (a medicine used to manage migraines)
• arsenic trioxide (used to manage leukemia)
• cisapride (used to manage stomach and bowel problems)
• medicines used to manage malaria (Ex. halofantrine, mefloquine, and artemisinin)
• dolasetron (used to manage nausea and vomiting after chemotherapy)
• medicines used to manage allergies (Ex. terfenadine, astemizole)
• calcitonin (used to manage high blood calcium levels and acute bone loss)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET,
consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of an
overdose are stomach pain, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, blurred
vision, excess urination, lightheadedness, shaking, muscle twitching or
weakness, drowsiness, and feeling very tired.

Synopsis

Drug	:	Lithium Carbonate
Pharmacological Category	:	Mood stabilizer
Therapeutic Indication	:	Depression
Dosage Forms	:	Tablet, Capsule

More Information

• Keep INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET out of reach of children
• Store INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET below 25°C

FAQs About INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET

Q: Can INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET be used to manage depression?

A: Yes. INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET is used to manage depression. INTALITH CR 450MG
TABLET is also used to manage or control hypom
and aggressive or self-harming behaviour.

Q: Can INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET be given to children?

A: INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET is not recommended for use with children. Consult
your child’s doctor for advice.

Q: Can I take painkillers along with the INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET?

A: INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET is not advisable to take painkillers like
non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (Ex. celecoxib, indomethacin, diclofenac,
and ibuprofen) along with INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET as it may increase the amount
of medicine in the body, causing side effects. Consult your doctor before taking
any other medicines with INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET.

Q: Can INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET cause headaches?

A: Yes. Headache is a possible side effect of INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET. In such
a case, drink plenty of water and get adequate rest. Try to be relaxed and
stress-free. Check with your doctor before taking any medicine for a headache.
Stop taking INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET and consult your doctor immediately if you
experience continuous headaches with visual disturbances.

Q: What are the side effects of taking INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET?

A: The most common side effects of taking INTALITH CR 450MG TABLET are hand
trembling, excessive urination, increased thirst, nausea, and general discomfort
during the beginning of the management, dizziness, rash, difficulty walking,
decreased appetite, vomiting, and blurred vision. Contact your doctor if the
side effects persist for a long time.

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