Rx Name [LITHIUM CARBONATE, 2828]
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APO-LITHIUM CARB. 300MG CAP (APO/COL)
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2828
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ANTIMANIC AGENTS
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Bipolar disorder: Acute manic p hases and for p rop hy laxis in manic
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Ataxia and tremor, nausea, dry mouth, vomiting and diarrhoea. Blood level should be monitored and maintained in a safe therap eutic range of 0.5 to 1 meg/L. c.f. prescribing in renal disease p. 31.
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Acute Mania:Controlled Release Preparations: 1800mg/day in 2-
3 divided doses. M aintenance 900-1200mg/day in 2-3 divided doses. Immediate Release: 600mg three times daily . |
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