Licab XL 400mg
| SKU | 1338 |
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| Generic For | Eskalith |
| Strength | 300 |
| Active Ingredient | Lithium Carbonate |
| Pack Size | Qty | Price Per Pill or Unit | Price | Cart | |
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| 30 Tablet/s | US$ 0.23 | US$ 7.00 | |||
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| 60 Tablet/s | US$ 0.20 | US$ 12.0014%US$ 14.00 | |||
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| 90 Tablet/s | US$ 0.20 | US$ 18.0014%US$ 21.00 | |||
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Licab XL 400mg is a prescription medication that contains Lithium Carbonate in an extended-release formulation. It is primarily prescribed in the management of bipolar disorder, helping to control and prevent episodes of mania and depression. By stabilizing mood, Licab XL 400mg plays a vital role in improving the quality of life for patients dealing with long-term mood disorders.
Key Uses of Licab XL 400mg
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Treatment and prevention of manic episodes in bipolar disorder
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Helps in reducing symptoms such as hyperactivity, racing thoughts, aggression, and irritability
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Prevents the recurrence of depressive episodes in bipolar patients
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Used as a long-term mood stabilizer
Benefits
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Extended-release formulation ensures steady lithium levels in the blood
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Provides effective mood stabilization with fewer fluctuations
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Helps reduce the frequency and severity of bipolar episodes
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Recommended by psychiatrists for long-term management of mood disorders
How It Works
Licab XL 400mg contains Lithium Carbonate, a mood stabilizer that works by affecting the flow of sodium through nerve and muscle cells. This influences nerve impulse transmission and helps in stabilizing mood swings, making it especially effective in patients with bipolar disorder.
What are the Precautions Licab XL 400mg?
Pediatric use- Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients below the age of twelve have not been established.
Geriatric use- In general, dose selection for an elderly patient should be cautiously made. Elderly patients require lower lithium dosages to achieve therapeutic doses.
Use in pregnancy- Your doctor should be aware of your pregnancy status. If you become pregnant while taking medicine, the patient should be aware of the potentially hazardous effects of the medicine.
What are the Side effects of Licab XL 400mg?
Licab XL 400 mg side effects subside with continued treatment or a temporary reduction or cessation of dosage. If persistent, a cessation of lithium treatment may be required. Drowsiness, vomiting, diarrhoea, lack of coordination, and muscular weakness may be signs of lithium intoxication.
Other side effects include muscle irritability, ataxia, hypertonicity, tremor etc.
How to use Licab XL 400 mg?
Licab XL 400mg extended-release tablet should be taken with food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Do not skip the treatment and finish the full course of therapy even if you feel better. You should continue to take this medicine for as long as the doctor advises and do not discontinue treatment suddenly as it may cause harmful effects.
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