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Benethim 400mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Benethim 400mg Tablet

Lithium carbonate(400mg)

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food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Benethim 400mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
None
CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Benethim 400mg Tablet.
UNSAFE
Benethim 400mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Benethim 400mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Benethim 400mg Tablet

Lithium carbonate(400mg)

Benethim tablet uses

{med_name} is used for mania and Bipolar disorder.

How benethim tablet works

Benethim 400mg Tablet works by suppressing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Common side effects of benethim tablet

Dryness in mouth, Hand tremors, Confusion, Decreased memory, Feeling thirsty, Muscle weakness, ECG changes, Vertigo, Extrapyramidal symptoms, Increased level of thyroid hormones, Sexual dysfunction, Increased intracranial pressure, Drug-induced lupus syndrome, Increased calcium level in blood, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Polyuria, Acne, Increased white blood cell count, Headache, Nausea, Weight gain

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Expert advice FOR Benethim Tablet

  • Lithium carbonate is one of the most effective long-term treatment for bipolar disorder.
  • It may also be used for the treatment of mania.
  • Your lithium blood levels, thyroid function, and kidney function may be monitored as long as you take this medicine.
  • It may cause diarrhea and dehydration. Drink plenty of water and and use normal amounts of salt. Inform your doctor if you start or stop a low-salt diet.
  • Monitor your weight during treatment as Lithium carbonate can cause weight gain.
  • Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
  • Inform your doctor if you have persistent stomach upset, problems with your speech, or extreme drowsiness. Your dose may need to be adjusted.
  • Do not take Lithium carbonate if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Frequently asked questions FOR Benethim 400mg Tablet

Lithium carbonate

Q. How quickly does Benethim 400mg Tablet work?
It takes some time before you see improvement in your symptoms after taking Benethim 400mg Tablet. Though it varies from person to person, it may take 1-3 weeks or longer for you to see the full benefits of Benethim 400mg Tablet. Do not stop taking Benethim 400mg Tablet if you feel you are not improving. Instead, discuss it with your doctor.
Q. Does Benethim 400mg Tablet make you sleepy?
Yes, Benethim 400mg Tablet can cause nervous system disorders like sleepiness and dizziness and feeling confused. It can also cause rapid eye movements, blurred vision, or blind spots in your eyesight. If you experience any of these symptoms, consult your doctor. In addition, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery as it can be hazardous for you.
Q. Is Benethim 400mg Tablet bad for kidneys?
Yes, Benethim 400mg Tablet may cause kidney problems. Benethim 400mg Tablet is not prescribed in patients who already have severe kidney impairment. The kidney problems may not be reversible and the symptoms include swollen ankles, passing a lot of urine and feeling thirsty. Before starting treatment with Benethim 400mg Tablet, your doctor will get blood tests done to see if your kidney function is normal. During Benethim 400mg Tablet therapy, any gradual or sudden changes in renal function, even within the normal range, may indicate the need for re-evaluation of treatment.
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Q. Can Benethim 400mg Tablet cause gain in weight?
Benethim 400mg Tablet can cause both weight gain or weight loss. You should keep a check on your weight during Benethim 400mg Tablet therapy. If you feel you are gaining or losing too much weight, consult your doctor who will assess whether the change in weight is due to Benethim 400mg Tablet or some other reason.
Q. What is the most important information I should know about Benethim 400mg Tablet?
Benethim 400mg Tablet therapy should only be started if adequate facilities for assessing Benethim 400mg Tablet levels are available. This is because Benethim 400mg Tablet toxicity is related to increased levels of Benethim 400mg Tablet in blood. Benethim 400mg Tablet toxicity can even occur at dose which is effective for treatment. Therefore, your doctor may closely monitor your Benethim 400mg Tablet levels weekly until stabilization is achieved, then weekly for one month and then at monthly intervals thereafter.
Q. How should Benethim 400mg Tablet be taken?
Take Benethim 400mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Check with your doctor if you are not sure. It is meant for oral administration and can be taken with or without food. However, if you start following a certain type of diet, talk to your doctor first. Any drastic changes in the amount of water you drink or amount of sodium (salt) in your diet may require more frequent monitoring of Benethim 400mg Tablet levels.
Q. Which medicines decrease Benethim 400mg Tablet levels?
You should inform your doctor about the medicines you are taking before starting Benethim 400mg Tablet since many medicines interfere with the working of Benethim 400mg Tablet. Some medicines decrease the levels of Benethim 400mg Tablet in blood which means that it will not work well. These include theophylline (for asthma), caffeine, anything containing sodium bicarbonate, or a special group of diuretics (water tablets) called carbonic anhydrase inhibitors and urea used to treat skin conditions.
Q. How quickly does Benethim 400mg Tablet work?
It takes some time before you see improvement in your symptoms after taking Benethim 400mg Tablet. Though it varies from person to person, it may take 1-3 weeks or longer for you to see the full benefits of Benethim 400mg Tablet. Do not stop taking Benethim 400mg Tablet if you feel you are not improving. Instead, discuss it with your doctor.
Q. Does Benethim 400mg Tablet make you sleepy?
Yes, Benethim 400mg Tablet can cause nervous system disorders like sleepiness and dizziness and feeling confused. It can also cause rapid eye movements, blurred vision, or blind spots in your eyesight. If you experience any of these symptoms, consult your doctor. In addition, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery as it can be hazardous for you.
Q. Is Benethim 400mg Tablet bad for kidneys?
Yes, Benethim 400mg Tablet may cause kidney problems. Benethim 400mg Tablet is not prescribed in patients who already have severe kidney impairment. The kidney problems may not be reversible and the symptoms include swollen ankles, passing a lot of urine and feeling thirsty. Before starting treatment with Benethim 400mg Tablet, your doctor will get blood tests done to see if your kidney function is normal. During Benethim 400mg Tablet therapy, any gradual or sudden changes in renal function, even within the normal range, may indicate the need for re-evaluation of treatment.
Q. Can Benethim 400mg Tablet cause gain in weight?
Benethim 400mg Tablet can cause both weight gain or weight loss. You should keep a check on your weight during Benethim 400mg Tablet therapy. If you feel you are gaining or losing too much weight, consult your doctor who will assess whether the change in weight is due to Benethim 400mg Tablet or some other reason.
Q. What is the most important information I should know about Benethim 400mg Tablet?
Benethim 400mg Tablet therapy should only be started if adequate facilities for assessing Benethim 400mg Tablet levels are available. This is because Benethim 400mg Tablet toxicity is related to increased levels of Benethim 400mg Tablet in blood. Benethim 400mg Tablet toxicity can even occur at dose which is effective for treatment. Therefore, your doctor may closely monitor your Benethim 400mg Tablet levels weekly until stabilization is achieved, then weekly for one month and then at monthly intervals thereafter.
Q. How should Benethim 400mg Tablet be taken?
Take Benethim 400mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Check with your doctor if you are not sure. It is meant for oral administration and can be taken with or without food. However, if you start following a certain type of diet, talk to your doctor first. Any drastic changes in the amount of water you drink or amount of sodium (salt) in your diet may require more frequent monitoring of Benethim 400mg Tablet levels.
Q. Which medicines decrease Benethim 400mg Tablet levels?
You should inform your doctor about the medicines you are taking before starting Benethim 400mg Tablet since many medicines interfere with the working of Benethim 400mg Tablet. Some medicines decrease the levels of Benethim 400mg Tablet in blood which means that it will not work well. These include theophylline (for asthma), caffeine, anything containing sodium bicarbonate, or a special group of diuretics (water tablets) called carbonic anhydrase inhibitors and urea used to treat skin conditions.

Content on this page was last updated on 30 June, 2025, by Dr. Mekhala Chandra (MD, MBBS)