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Composition FOR Licab 300mg Tablet

Lithium carbonate(300mg)

food interaction for Licab Tablet

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lactation interaction for Licab Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Licab Tablet should be taken with or after food.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Licab Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Licab Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
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Information regarding the use of Licab Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Licab 300mg Tablet

Lithium carbonate(300mg)

Licab tablet uses

{med_name} is used for mania and Bipolar disorder.

How licab tablet works

Licab Tablet works by suppressing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Common side effects of licab tablet

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

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Expert advice FOR Licab 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 Licab 300mg Tablet

Lithium carbonate

Q. How quickly does Licab Tablet work?
It takes some time before you see improvement in your symptoms after taking Licab Tablet. Though it varies from person to person, it may take 1-3 weeks or longer for you to see the full benefits of Licab Tablet. Do not stop taking Licab Tablet if you feel you are not improving. Instead, discuss it with your doctor.
Q. Does Licab Tablet make you sleepy?
Yes, Licab 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 Licab Tablet bad for kidneys?
Yes, Licab Tablet may cause kidney problems. Licab 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 Licab Tablet, your doctor will get blood tests done to see if your kidney function is normal. During Licab 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 Licab Tablet cause gain in weight?
Licab Tablet can cause both weight gain or weight loss. You should keep a check on your weight during Licab 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 Licab Tablet or some other reason.
Q. What is the most important information I should know about Licab Tablet?
Licab Tablet therapy should only be started if adequate facilities for assessing Licab Tablet levels are available. This is because Licab Tablet toxicity is related to increased levels of Licab Tablet in blood. Licab Tablet toxicity can even occur at dose which is effective for treatment. Therefore, your doctor may closely monitor your Licab Tablet levels weekly until stabilization is achieved, then weekly for one month and then at monthly intervals thereafter.
Q. How should Licab Tablet be taken?
Take Licab 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 Licab Tablet levels.
Q. Which medicines decrease Licab Tablet levels?
You should inform your doctor about the medicines you are taking before starting Licab Tablet since many medicines interfere with the working of Licab Tablet. Some medicines decrease the levels of Licab 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 Licab Tablet work?
It takes some time before you see improvement in your symptoms after taking Licab Tablet. Though it varies from person to person, it may take 1-3 weeks or longer for you to see the full benefits of Licab Tablet. Do not stop taking Licab Tablet if you feel you are not improving. Instead, discuss it with your doctor.
Q. Does Licab Tablet make you sleepy?
Yes, Licab 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 Licab Tablet bad for kidneys?
Yes, Licab Tablet may cause kidney problems. Licab 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 Licab Tablet, your doctor will get blood tests done to see if your kidney function is normal. During Licab 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 Licab Tablet cause gain in weight?
Licab Tablet can cause both weight gain or weight loss. You should keep a check on your weight during Licab 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 Licab Tablet or some other reason.
Q. What is the most important information I should know about Licab Tablet?
Licab Tablet therapy should only be started if adequate facilities for assessing Licab Tablet levels are available. This is because Licab Tablet toxicity is related to increased levels of Licab Tablet in blood. Licab Tablet toxicity can even occur at dose which is effective for treatment. Therefore, your doctor may closely monitor your Licab Tablet levels weekly until stabilization is achieved, then weekly for one month and then at monthly intervals thereafter.
Q. How should Licab Tablet be taken?
Take Licab 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 Licab Tablet levels.
Q. Which medicines decrease Licab Tablet levels?
You should inform your doctor about the medicines you are taking before starting Licab Tablet since many medicines interfere with the working of Licab Tablet. Some medicines decrease the levels of Licab 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 24 November, 2025, by Dr. Mekhala Chandra (MD, MBBS)