Licab 300 Tablet is used in the treatment of bipolar disorder and mania in adults. It is sometimes used to treat other behavioral disorders as well. It reduces the frequency of manic episodes and decreases the intensity of those episodes that might occur.

Licab 300 Tablet should be taken with food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. You should continue to take this medicine for as long as the doctor advises and do not stop taking it suddenly as it may result in harmful effects.

Side effects associated with the use of this medicine include tremors, slurred speech, uncoordinated body movements, nausea, acne, increased white blood cell count, and memory impairment. It may also cause hair loss, enlarged thyroid gland, skin rash, and increased thirst. This medicine may also cause weight gain and to control it, you should have a balanced diet and exercise regularly. If you have been taking this medicine for a long time then regular monitoring of thyroid and kidney function may be required.

USES OF LICAB TABLET

Mania
Bipolar disorder

BENEFITS OF LICAB TABLET

In Mania

Mania means extremely excited or elevated mood. Licab 300Tablet helps calm the mood and relax the nerves. This stabilises the mood and prevents the symptoms of mania from recurring again. Taking Licab Tablet will ensure that you have a better social life and are able to do daily activities more comfortably.

In Bipolar disorder

Licab Tablet works to restore the normal balance of nerve activity in your brain. It can help prevent extreme changes in mood and help you feel less agitated. You may experience fewer episodes of low mood. It can take several weeks for this medicine to work and you may still feel low during this time.

It is likely that you will take this medicine for at least six months but possibly much longer. It needs to be taken regularly to work effectively. Do not stop taking it unless your doctor advises you to. You should continue to eat well and keep fit to reduce symptoms of bipolar disorder.

SIDE EFFECTS OF LICAB TABLET

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Licab 300

Tremors
Slurred speech
Uncoordinated body movements
Nausea
Acne
Increased white blood cell count
Memory impairment
Hair loss
Goiter (enlarged thyroid gland)
Skin rash
Increased thirst
Weight gain
Polyuria
Diarrhea

HOW TO USE LICAB TABLET

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Licab 300 Tablet is to be taken with food.

HOW LICAB TABLET WORKS

Licab 300 Tablet works by suppressing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Licab 300 Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Licab 300 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Licab Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Licab 300 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Licab Tablet may make you feel sleepy, tired or dizzy. Licab Tablet may also cause other effects that can make it dangerous to drive such as numbness, paralysis, weakness or fits (seizures).

Kidney

CAUTION

Licab 300 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Licab Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Licab Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Licab 300 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Licab Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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