Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's
Manufacturer/Marketer
Consern Pharma Ltd
Composition
LITHIUM CARBONATE-400MGConsume Type
ORAL
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Prescription RequiredAbout Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's
Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's 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.
Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's 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 Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you need to take Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's 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 Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's 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 Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's. Regular blood tests are recommended while taking Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's 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 Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's.
Uses of Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's
Bipolar disorder, Mania
Medicinal Benefits
Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's is a mood stabilizer that is used to prevent and treat mood disorders such as mania and bipolar disorder. Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's 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, Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's 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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Side Effects of Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's
- Loss of appetite
- Dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Taste change
- Diarrhoea
- Blurred vision
- Slurred speech
- Shaky movements
- Increased thirst and urination
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Regular blood tests are recommended while taking Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's to check lithium levels in the blood. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's. If you have hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid gland), please inform your doctor before taking Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's 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 Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's may have interaction with high blood pressure-lowering medicines (ramipril, lisinopril, methyldopa, amlodipine, diltiazem), pain killers (ibuprofen, diclofenac, celecoxib, indomethacin), asthma drugs (theophylline), antipsychotics (olanzapine, haloperidol, clozapine, sertindole), fits related drugs (phenytoin, clonazepam, carbamazepine), heart-related medicines (quinidine, amiodarone, propafenone, ranolazine, procainamide, disopyramide, hydroquinidine, ibutilide, sotalol, dofetilide), antidepressants (paroxetine, amitriptyline, fluoxetine), antibiotics (trimethoprim, spectinomycin, metronidazole, tetracycline).
Drug-Food Interaction: Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's may interact with caffeine. Therefore, reduce the intake of caffeine including coffee, tea, or herbal medicines as it may decrease the effect of Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's. Also, avoid alcohol intake as it may increase side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, or difficulty in concentrating. Intake of sodium may also alter lithium levels. Hence, maintain a constant dietary intake of salt.
Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have fits, kidney or heart problems, thyroid, persistent headache, vision problems, Brugada syndrome (a hereditary syndrome affecting the heart), hypothyroidism (low thyroid levels), and low sodium levels, inform your doctor before taking Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafeYou are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's as it may increase the risk of side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness or difficulty in concentrating.
Pregnancy
unsafeMonolith SR-400 Tablet 15's 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
unsafeAvoid breastfeeding while taking Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the baby.
Driving
unsafeMonolith SR-400 Tablet 15's may cause dizziness, drowsiness or other severe adverse effects. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy or dizzy after taking Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's.
Liver
safe if prescribedMonolith SR-400 Tablet 15's is safe to use in patients with liver diseases/conditions if prescribed by a doctor.
Kidney
cautionTake Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's is not recommended for patients with severe kidney problems.
Children
cautionMonolith SR-400 Tablet 15's is generally not recommended for children below 12 years. However, Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's may be used in children above 7 years for treating bipolar disorder only if prescribed by a doctor.
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Maintain a constant sodium diet as it may affect lithium levels in the blood and cause adverse effects.
- Limit the intake of caffeine as it may reduce the effectiveness of Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's.
- Do regular exercise and maintain a stable weight as Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's may cause weight gain.
- Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration and try to drink the same amount of water every day as any major changes in quantity may affect lithium levels.
- Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase drowsiness.
Special Advise
- Regular blood tests are advised every week while taking Monolith SR-400 Tablet 15's to monitor the levels of lithium in blood. When lithium levels are constant, blood tests may be done every 3 months.
- Drink a constant amount of water daily and maintain a constant sodium intake as any major changes in these two may alter the levels of lithium in blood.
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Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Mania: It is a mental condition that causes intense excitement, high energy, and delusions (misbeliefs). Mania may occur due to lack of sleep or changes in sleep pattern, high levels of stress, and alcohol intake. Seek medical help immediately if you have any self-harming or suicidal thoughts.
Bipolar disorder: It is also called manic depression, a mental condition associated with extreme mood swings ranging from manic highs to depressive lows. The symptoms of bipolar disorder include mania (high energy and excitability) and depression (loss of interest, hopelessness, and low energy). Bipolar disorder involves lifelong treatment.
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