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Eskalith |
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- Description - |
Eskalith is used to treat the manic episodes of manic-depressive illness,a condition in which a person's mood swings from depression to excessive excitement.A manic episode may involve some or all of the following symptoms:
AggressivenessElationFast, urgent talkingFrenetic physical activityGrandiose, unrealistic ideasHostilityLittle need for sleepPoor judgment
Once the mania subsides, Eskalith treatment may be continued over the longterm, at a somewhat lower dosage, to prevent or reduce the intensity of future manicepisodes.
Some doctors also prescribe lithium for premenstrual tension, eating disorderssuch as bulimia, certain movement disorders, and sexual addictions.
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- Common Side Effects - |
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Discomfort,frequent urination,hand tremor,mild thirst,nausea |
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- Possible Interactions - |
ACE-inhibitor blood pressure drugs such as Capoten or Vasotec
Acetazolamide (Diamox)
Amphetamines such as Dexedrine
Antidepressant drugs that boost serotonin levels, including Paxil, Prozac, andZoloft
Anti-inflammatory drugs such as Indocin and Feldene
Bicarbonate of soda
Caffeine (No-Doz)
Calcium-blocking blood pressure drugs such as Calan and Cardizem
Carbamazepine (Tegretol)
Diuretics such as Lasix or HydroDIURIL
Fluoxetine (Prozac)
Iodine-containing preparations such as potassium iodide (Quadrinal)
Major tranquilizers such as Haldol and Thorazine
Methyldopa (Aldomet)
Metronidazole (Flagyl)
Phenytoin (Dilantin)
Sodium bicarbonate
Tetracyclines such as Achromycin V and Sumycin
Theophylline (Theo-Dur, Quibron, others)
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- Manufacturer - |
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GlaxoSmithKline |
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5 Moore Drive |
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P O Box 13398 |
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Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 |
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USA |
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