Likon
Composition for Likon Products
Likon Products are primarily used for
Mania, Bipolar disorderProducts for Likon
Likon 300mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP₹11.25
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About Likon Products
Likon Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Likon are Vomiting, Polyuria, Dryness in mouth, Increased white blood cell count, Hand tremors, Confusion, Decreased memory, Headache, Nausea, Weight gain, Feeling thirsty, Muscle weakness, ECG changes, Vertigo.
How Likon Products work
Lithium carbonate works by suppressing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
In Depth Information for Likon Products
- Likon 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 Likon 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 Likon if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
- Likon 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 Likon 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 Likon if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Patient Concerns about Likon Products
Frequently asked questions about Likon Products
Q. How quickly does Likon 300mg Tablet work?
It takes some time before you see improvement in your symptoms after taking Likon 300mg Tablet. Though it varies from person to person, it may take 1-3 weeks or longer for you to see the full benefits of Likon 300mg Tablet. Do not stop taking Likon 300mg Tablet if you feel you are not improving. Instead, discuss it with your doctor.
Q. Does Likon 300mg Tablet make you sleepy?
Yes, Likon 300mg 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 Likon 300mg Tablet bad for kidneys?
Yes, Likon 300mg Tablet may cause kidney problems. Likon 300mg 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 Likon 300mg Tablet, your doctor will get blood tests done to see if your kidney function is normal. During Likon 300mg 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 Likon 300mg Tablet cause gain in weight?
Likon 300mg Tablet can cause both weight gain or weight loss. You should keep a check on your weight during Likon 300mg 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 Likon 300mg Tablet or some other reason.
Q. What is the most important information I should know about Likon 300mg Tablet?
Likon 300mg Tablet therapy should only be started if adequate facilities for assessing Likon 300mg Tablet levels are available. This is because Likon 300mg Tablet toxicity is related to increased levels of Likon 300mg Tablet in blood. Likon 300mg Tablet toxicity can even occur at dose which is effective for treatment. Therefore, your doctor may closely monitor your Likon 300mg Tablet levels weekly until stabilization is achieved, then weekly for one month and then at monthly intervals thereafter.
Q. How should Likon 300mg Tablet be taken?
Take Likon 300mg 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 Likon 300mg Tablet levels.
Q. Which medicines decrease Likon 300mg Tablet levels?
You should inform your doctor about the medicines you are taking before starting Likon 300mg Tablet since many medicines interfere with the working of Likon 300mg Tablet. Some medicines decrease the levels of Likon 300mg 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.