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About Lc 400mg Tablet
Lc 400mg Tablet belongs to a psychological class of drugs called 'anti-manic agents' or 'mood stabilizers' primarily used to prevent and treat mood disorders like mania and bipolar disorder. Mania is a mental condition that causes intense excitement, high energy, and delusions (misbeliefs). Bipolar disorder is a mental condition associated with extreme mood swings ranging from the hyper stage of mania to low mood depression.
Lc 400mg Tablet contains Lithium carbonate that helps to treat mental disorders by increasing the activity of chemical messengers in the brain; thereby, suppressing the excessive and abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain and helping in stabilizing a person’s mood.
Take Lc 400mg Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you need to take Lc 400mg Tablet based on your medical condition. Some people may experience loss of appetite, dizziness, dry mouth, taste change, diarrhoea, blurred vision, slurred speech, shaky movements, increased thirst, and urination. Most of these side effects of Lc 400mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are known to be allergic to Lc 400mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Lc 400mg Tablet. Regular blood tests are recommended while taking Lc 400mg Tablet to monitor the levels of lithium in blood. If you have fits, kidney or heart problems, thyroid, persistent headache, vision problems, and if you are planning or had weight loss surgery, please inform your doctor before taking Lc 400mg Tablet.
Uses of Lc 400mg Tablet
Lc 400mg Tablet is used to manage and prevent mood disorders by stabilizing emotional fluctuations. The detailed uses of Lc 400mg Tablet are as follows:
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Key Benefits
Lc 400mg Tablet is a mood stabilizer that is used to prevent and treat mood disorders such as mania and bipolar disorder. Lc 400mg Tablet contains Lithium carbonate that helps to treat mental disorders by increasing the activity of chemical messengers in the brain; thereby, suppressing the excessive and abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain and helping in stabilizing a person’s mood. Thus, Lc 400mg Tablet relaxes nerves and calms the mood, which helps in having a better social life and enables to do daily activities comfortably.
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Drug Warnings
Regular blood tests are recommended while taking Lc 400mg Tablet to check lithium levels in the blood. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Lc 400mg Tablet. If you have hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid gland), please inform your doctor before taking Lc 400mg Tablet as it may cause low thyroid levels. If you notice decreased amount of urine, dark, reddish urine, muscle pain or weakness, inform your doctor immediately as it may be due to a serious condition called rhabdomyolysis (muscle tissue breakdown) which may lead to kidney problems.
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Alcohol
Unsafe
You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with Lc 400mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness or difficulty in concentrating.
Pregnancy
Unsafe
Lc 400mg Tablet is a Category D pregnancy drug and is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may cause harm to the unborn baby.
Breast Feeding
Unsafe
Avoid breastfeeding while taking Lc 400mg Tablet as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the baby.
Driving
Unsafe
Lc 400mg Tablet may cause dizziness, drowsiness or other severe adverse effects. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy or dizzy after taking Lc 400mg Tablet.
Liver
Safe if prescribed
Lc 400mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver diseases/conditions if prescribed by a doctor.
Kidney
Caution
Take Lc 400mg Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. Lc 400mg Tablet is not recommended for patients with severe kidney problems.
Children
Caution
Lc 400mg Tablet is generally not recommended for children below 12 years. However, Lc 400mg Tablet may be used in children above 7 years for treating bipolar disorder only if prescribed by a doctor.
Heart
Unsafe
Lc 400mg Tablet should not be used in patients with severe heart disease. It should be taken only after seeking advice from your doctor, especially if you have or have had any heart problems.
Geriatrics
Caution
Lc 400mg Tablet should be given with caution in elderly patients due to an increased risk of side effects. Please inform your doctor before use.
