Generic Eskalith

$20.70$57.96

Manufacturer: GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceutical

Eskalith is composed of the active component Lithium Carbonate indicated for the treatment of a manic-depressive disorder or bipolar disorder. It is offered in a conventional tablet form and available in a dosage of 300 mg.

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Generic Eskalith - 300mg

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90 pills$0.23$20.70
120 pills$0.22$26.77
180 pills$0.21$38.50
240 pills$0.20$49.13
300 pills$0.19$57.96

Description

Active Ingredient

Lithium Carbonate is the main active component in this medicine. It shows antimanic and hematopoietic activities. This active component interferes with transmembrane sodium exchange in nerve cells by affecting sodium, potassium-stimulated adenosine triphosphatase. It alters the release of neurotransmitters that affects cyclic adenosine monophosphate concentrations and blocks inositol metabolism. This process leads to the depletion of cellular inositol and inhibition of phospholipase C-mediated signal transduction.

Indications

Given medication is indicated to treat a manic-depressive disorder or bipolar disorder. It acts to stabilize the mood and reduce extremes in behavior. Eskalith does this by restoring the balance of certain natural substances i.e. neurotransmitters in the brain.

Action Mechanism

This medication works to stabilize the mood and reduce unusual behavior. It restores the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. Eskalith may decrease how often manic episodes occur and decrease the symptoms of manic episodes, like exaggerated feelings of well-being, feelings that others wish to harm you, irritability, anxiousness, rapid/loud speech, and aggressive/hostile behaviors.

Dosages

This effective medicine is available for oral consumption in dosages as follows:

  • 300 mg: It should be administered 3 to 4 times a day in adults and 2 to 3 times in children as directed by the doctor

Note

Drink 8 to 12 glasses of water or fluid each day, and consume a healthy diet with normal amounts of salt as advised by the doctor or dietician while treating with this medication. Avoid changing the amount of salt in the diet unless the doctor directed the same.

FAQ’s

What is Eskalith used for?

Eskalith is used to treat bipolar problems.

How is the medicine Eskalith best taken?

Use Eskalith (lithium capsules and tablets) as ordered by your doctor. Take it with or without food. Take it with food if it causes an upset stomach.

What to do in case of overdose with Eskalith?

If you think there has been an overdose, inform the poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.

How to store and/or throw out Eskalith?

Store at room temperature. Store in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom.
Throw away unused or expired drugs. Do not flush down a toilet or pour down a drain unless you are told to do so.

How does Eskalith work?

Eskalith inhibits postsynaptic D2 receptor supersensitivity. The medicine alters cation transport in nerve and muscle cells and influences the reuptake of serotonin or norepinephrine. It inhibits phosphatidylinositol cycle second messenger systems.

Additional information

Dosage

300mg

Pack-Size

90 pills, 120 pills, 180 pills, 240 pills, 300 pills

Price-Unit

$0.23, $0.22, $0.21, $0.20, $0.19

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