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Licab Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
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Composition :

LITHIUM-300MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

NPPA :

Regulated

About Licab Tablet

Licab Tablet is 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.

Licab Tablet contains Lithium 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 Licab Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise how often you take Licab 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 Licab 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 Licab Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Licab Tablet . Regular blood tests are recommended while taking Licab 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 have had weight loss surgery, please inform your doctor before taking Licab Tablet .

Uses of Licab Tablet

Treatment of Bipolar disorder, Mania.

Directions for Use

Take Licab Tablet as prescribed by your doctor.

Medicinal Benefits

Licab Tablet is a mood stabilizer that is used to prevent and treat mood disorders such as mania and bipolar disorder. Licab Tablet contains Lithium 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, Licab Tablet relaxes nerves and calms the mood, which helps in having a better social life and enables one to do daily activities comfortably.

How Licab Tablet Works

Licab Tablet contains Lithium 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.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Licab Tablet
Here are the steps to manage medication-triggered tremors or involuntary shaking:
  • Notify your doctor immediately if you experience tremors or involuntary shaking after taking medication or adjusting your medication regimen.
  • Your doctor may adjust your medication regimen or recommend alternative techniques like relaxation, meditation, or journaling to alleviate tremor symptoms.
  • Your doctor may direct you to practice stress-reducing techniques, such as deep breathing exercises, yoga, or journaling.
  • Regular physical activity, such as walking or jogging, can help reduce anxiety and alleviate tremor symptoms.
  • Your doctor may recommend lifestyle changes, such as avoiding caffeine, getting enough sleep, and staying hydrated, to help manage tremors.
  • Maintain regular follow-up appointments with your doctor to monitor tremor symptoms and adjust treatment plans as needed.
  • Reduce fluid intake 2-3 hours prior to bedtime.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine as they can increase urination and affect bladder health.
  • Maintain sleep hygiene.
  • Eat a low-salt and healthy diet.
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
To prevent, manage, and treat Constipation caused by medication usage, follow these steps:
  • Preventing Vomiting (Before it Happens)
  • Take medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. This can help minimize side effects, including vomiting.
  • Having a small meal before taking your medication can help reduce nausea and vomiting.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication along with your prescribed medication.
  • Managing Vomiting (If it Happens)
  • Try taking ginger in the form of tea, ale, or candy to help alleviate nausea and vomiting.
  • What to Do if Vomiting Persists
  • Consult your doctor if vomiting continues or worsens, consult the doctor for guidance on adjusting your medication or additional treatment.
  • Confusion is a major psychotic disorder that needs immediate medical attention.
  • Acknowledge your experience and put effort to control confusion.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol intake as it can worsen the condition and increase your confusion.
  • Practice meditation and yoga to avoid anxiety, which can be one of the leading causes.
  • Talk to your dietician and consume food that can improve your mental health.
Here are the steps to Dry Mouth (xerostomia) caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dry mouth symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to help keep your mouth moist and alleviate dry mouth symptoms.
  • Chew sugar-free gum or candies to increase saliva production and keep your mouth moisturized.
  • Use saliva substitutes, such as mouthwashes or sprays, only if your doctor advises them to help moisturize your mouth and alleviate dry mouth symptoms.
  • Avoid consuming smoking, alcohol, spicy or acidic foods, and other irritants that may aggravate dry mouth symptoms.
  • Schedule regular dental check-ups to keep track of your oral health and handle any dry mouth issues as they arise.
  • Limit or eliminate caffeine and alcohol from your diet, as these substances can worsen hand trembling.
  • Practice relaxation techniques like deep breathing, yoga, or mindfulness meditation to reduce stress-induced tremors.
  • Engage in regular exercise to improve muscle control and coordination.
  • Ensure adequate sleep (7-8 hours) to prevent fatigue, which can worsen tremors.
  • Identify and minimize triggers that cause tremors, such as stress or certain activities.
  • Consider occupational therapy for tailored exercises and adaptive tools to manage daily tasks with trembling hands.
  • Consult a doctor if hand trembling interferes with your daily activities or is accompanied by other concerning neurological symptoms such as weakness, numbness, or speech difficulties.

What if I have taken an overdose of Licab Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Licab Tablet as too much Lithium may be dangerous. The symptoms include blurred vision, feeling or being sick, vomiting, fainting, sleepiness, lightheadedness, increased urge to urinate, lack of control over pee or poo, shaking or muscle weakness, muscle twitches, spasms or jerks affecting the face, eyes, neck or tongue, confusion and blackouts. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Regular blood tests are recommended while taking Licab Tablet to check lithium levels in blood. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Licab Tablet . If you have hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid gland), please inform your doctor before taking Licab 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.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LithiumCisapride
Critical
LithiumCidofovir
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LithiumCisapride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Licab Tablet:
Taking Cisapride with Licab Tablet can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Licab Tablet with Cisapride is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LithiumCidofovir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Licab Tablet:
Cidofovir can cause higher levels of Licab Tablet carbonate in the blood which increases risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Licab Tablet with Cidofovir is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, or an irregular heart rhythm, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LithiumFlurbiprofen
Severe
How does the drug interact with Licab Tablet:
Co-administration of Flurbiprofen with Licab Tablet may significantly increase the blood levels of Licab Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Flurbiprofen and Licab Tablet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, loose stools, vomiting, muscle weakness, muscle incoordination, shaking of hands and legs, blurred vision, ringing in the ear, excessive thirst and increased urination contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
LithiumFluvoxamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Licab Tablet:
Taking Licab Tablet with Fluvoxamine can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a interaction between Fluvoxamine and Licab Tablet, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, hallucination(seeing and hearing things that do not exist), fits, blood pressure alteration, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and loose stools. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LithiumCitalopram
Severe
How does the drug interact with Licab Tablet:
Taking Licab Tablet with Citalopram can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a interaction between Citalopram and Licab Tablet, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, hallucination(seeing and hearing things that do not exist), fits, blood pressure alteration, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and loose stools. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LithiumMoexipril
Severe
How does the drug interact with Licab Tablet:
Taking Licab Tablet with Moexipril may significantly increase the blood levels of Licab Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Licab Tablet with Moexipril can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, loose stools, vomiting, muscle weakness, muscle incoordination, shaking of hands and legs, blurred vision, ringing in the ear, excessive thirst, or increased urination contact a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
LithiumSpironolactone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Licab Tablet:
Taking Licab Tablet and spironolactone may increase blood levels of Licab Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking spironolactone and Licab Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as loose stools, vomiting, drowsiness, shaking, thirst, lack of coordination, or muscle weakness. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
LithiumAmisulpride
Severe
How does the drug interact with Licab Tablet:
Taking amisulpride with Licab Tablet increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking amisulpride along with Licab Tablet can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LithiumHaloperidol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Licab Tablet:
Coadministration of Haloperidol with Licab Tablet can increase the levels and risk of developing Licab Tablet side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Haloperidol and Licab Tablet together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience tiredness, dizziness, confusion, difficulty breathing, an irregular heartbeat, weakness, or fever, contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
LithiumIndapamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Licab Tablet:
Taking Indapamide with Licab Tablet can increase the blood levels of Licab Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Indapamide with Licab Tablet can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms like loose stools, vomiting, drowsiness, shaking of hands and legs, thirst, increased urination, lack of coordination, or muscle weakness, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid low-sodium diet as it may increase lithium levels in blood and cause adverse effects.
  • Limit the intake of caffeine as it may reduce the effectiveness of Licab Tablet .
  • Do regular exercise and maintain a stable weight as Licab Tablet may cause weight gain.
  • Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration and try to drink same amount of water everyday as any major changes in quantity may affect lithium levels.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase drowsiness.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with Licab Tablet as it may increase the risk of side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness or difficulty in concentrating.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Licab Tablet is a Category D pregnancy drug and is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may cause harm to the unborn baby.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Avoid breastfeeding while taking Licab Tablet as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the baby.

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Driving

Unsafe

Licab Tablet may cause dizziness, drowsiness or other severe adverse effects. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy or dizzy after taking Licab Tablet .

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

Licab Tablet is safe to use in patients with Liver diseases/conditions if prescribed by a doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Licab Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. Licab Tablet is not recommended for patients with severe kidney problems.

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Children

Caution

Licab Tablet is generally not recommended for children below 12 years. However, Licab Tablet may be used in children above 7 years for treating bipolar I disorder only if prescribed by a doctor.

Have a query?

FAQs

Licab Tablet is used to prevent and treat mood disorders like mania and bipolar disorder. It works 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 to stabilize a person’s mood.

No, you are not recommended to take Licab Tablet with fluoxetine or other antidepressants such as paroxetine and sertraline as co-administration of these medicines may increase the risk of a rare and serious condition known as serotonin syndrome. If you experience blurred vision, increased heart rate, hallucination, fits, confusion, muscle stiffness or spasm, vomiting, nausea, diarrhoea, excessive sweating, stomach cramps, fever, shaking or shivering, please consult a doctor immediately. However, before using Licab Tablet with any other medicines, you are advised to contact your doctor.

Licab Tablet is not recommended for hypothyroid (underactive thyroid gland) patients as it may increase the risk of low levels of thyroid hormone. Therefore, if you have hypothyroidism, please inform your doctor before taking Licab Tablet . Also, thyroid levels are checked generally before starting treatment with Licab Tablet so that if the levels are too low, Licab Tablet is not advised.

Yes, Licab Tablet may cause weight gain but it is not necessary for everyone taking Licab Tablet to experience this side effect. However, in order to avoid gaining weight while taking Licab Tablet , you are advised to do regular exercise and avoid high-calorie drinks. Instead take non-alcoholic drinks, herbal tea and lemon water.

It is advised to inform your doctor if you are planning or had weight loss surgery as the dose may be adjusted accordingly based on lithium levels in blood.

Yes, Licab Tablet may cause dehydration especially if you have low sodium levels in the body or consume too much alcohol. However, if you notice dark, strong smelling urine or decrease in urination, it indicates that you are dehydrated and may affect lithium levels in blood. Therefore, you are recommended to drink plenty of fluids while taking Licab Tablet to avoid dehydration.

No, you are not recommended to stop taking Licab Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Licab Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking Licab Tablet , please consult your doctor so that the dose may be gradually reduced.

Licab Tablet may cause side effects such as slurred speech, confusion, mood changes, bloating, or lightheadedness. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Licab Tablet takes some time to show improvement in your symptoms but it varies from person to person. This is because each patient reacts differently to particular medication. It may take 1 to 3 weeks or longer for you to see the full effects of Licab Tablet . Continue taking Licab Tablet even if you are not improving and consult your doctor.

Yes, Licab Tablet can cause drowsiness or sleepiness. If you feel dizzy or sleepy, avoid driving or using machines or performing any tasks that require your attention.

Yes, Licab Tablet may cause kidney problems. Licab Tablet is not advised in patients who already have severe kidney impairment. Before starting treatment with Licab Tablet , your doctor will recommend blood tests to see if your kidney function is normal. During treatment with Licab Tablet , any gradual or sudden changes in kidney function, may indicate that the treatment needs re-evaluation.

Licab Tablet should only be started if sufficient facilities are available for evaluating Licab Tablet levels as increased blood levels of Licab Tablet is related to Licab Tablet toxicity. Even at dose which is effective for treatment, Licab Tablet toxicity can occur. Therefore, your doctor may closely monitor your Licab Tablet levels weekly until stabilization is reached, then weekly for one month and then every month after that.

Take Licab Tablet with or without food or as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.

Some medicines decrease Licab Tablet levels in blood which means that it will not work well. These include caffeine, theophylline (for asthma), medicines containing sodium bicarbonate, or a special group of diuretics (water tablets) called carbonic anhydrase inhibitors and urea (used to treat skin conditions). Therefore, please inform your doctor about the medicines you are taking before starting Licab Tablet to avoid drug interactions.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Off. Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380 009., Gujarat, India
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Reference

  1. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.10828.pdf
  2. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/017812s033,018421s032,018558s027lbl.pdf
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