cylith 300mg tablet
What is cylith 300mg tablet used for?
Alkalith 450mg tablet CR (Lithium carbonate) is used to treat NEURO CNS. It contains Lithium carbonate (300mg), which Modulates neurotransmitter release; inhibits inositol monophosphatase; alters G-. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Lithium carbonate
- Manufacturer: Cyril Pharmaceuticals
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ cylith 300mg tablet Uses & Benefits
Bipolar disorder (mania and maintenance), augmentation in depression
Off-label uses: Cluster headaches, neutropenia, hyperthyroidism (rare)
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Lithium carbonate |
| Brand Name | Alkalith 450mg tablet CR |
| Manufacturer | Cyril Pharmaceuticals |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | NEURO CNS |
| Action Class | Mood stabilizers |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC); protect from moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Modulates neurotransmitter release; inhibits inositol monophosphatase; alters G-protein signaling
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take cylith 300mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of cylith 300mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Tremor
- Polyuria
- Polydipsia
- Weight gain
- Fatigue
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Lithium toxicity (ataxia, confusion, seizures)
- Arrhythmias
- Renal impairment
- Hypothyroidism
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Pseudotumor cerebri
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Nephrogenic diabetes insipidus
- Leukocytosis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| NSAIDs | Major | Increased lithium levels and toxicity risk |
| Thiazide diuretics | Major | Increased lithium reabsorption, elevated levels |
| ACE inhibitors | Major | Decreased lithium excretion, increased toxicity |
| SSRIs | Moderate | Increased risk of serotonin syndrome |
| Caffeine | Minor | May decrease lithium levels |
๐จ Major Interactions
- NSAIDs
- ACE inhibitors
- Thiazide diuretics
- Metronidazole
- Carbamazepine
โก Moderate Interactions
- SSRIs
- Verapamil
- Methyldopa
- Topiramate
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Caffeine
- Theophylline
- Sodium bicarbonate
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Sodium intake affects lithium levels; avoid low-sodium diets
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
May increase CNS depression; avoid excessive alcohol
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Severe renal impairment, severe cardiovascular disease, untreated hypothyroidism, low sodium levels
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Serum lithium levels (therapeutic 0.6-1.2 mEq/L), renal function, thyroid function, ECG
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk; monitor infant for toxicity
๐ Overdose Management
Gastric lavage, whole bowel irrigation, hemodialysis for severe toxicity; supportive care
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; if close to next dose, skip missed dose; do not double dose
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.
โญ User Reviews
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.
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Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
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