Lithobid
Generic name:lithium [ LITH-ee-um ]
Drug class:Antimanic agents
What is Lithobid?
Lithobid is a mood stabilizer that is used to treat or control the manic episodes of bipolar disorder (manic depression). Manic symptoms include hyperactivity, rushed speech, poor judgment, reduced need for sleep, aggression, and anger. This medicine also helps to prevent or lessen the intensity of manic episodes.
Lithobid is for use in adults and children at least 7 years old.
Lithobid may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Lithobid toxicity (too much this medicine in your body) can cause death. This medicine toxicity can occur if you take only slightly more than a recommended dose.
Stop using Lithobid and call your doctor right away if you have symptoms of lithium toxicity: muscle weakness, twitching, drowsiness, feeling light-headed, mood changes, blurred vision, ringing in your ears, irregular heartbeats, confusion, slurred speech, clumsiness, trouble breathing, or seizures.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Lithobid if you are allergic to it.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
breathing problems;
heart disease;
kidney disease;
a thyroid disorder;
an abnormal electrocardiograph or ECG (sometimes called an EKG);
fainting spells; or
a family member who died before age 45.
Some medicines can interact with Lithobid and cause a serious condition called serotonin syndrome. Be sure your doctor knows if you also take stimulant medicine, opioid medicine, herbal products, or medicine for depression, mental illness, Parkinson's disease, migraine headaches, serious infections, or prevention of nausea and vomiting. Ask your doctor before making any changes in how or when you take your medications.
It is not known whether Lithobid will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
You should not breast-feed while using this medicine.
Lithobid is not approved for use by anyone younger than 7 years old.
How should I take Lithobid?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your do...
