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Alkalith 450mg Tablet CR 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.Alkalith 450mg Tablet CR 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, Vomiting, 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.

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Alcohol: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Alkalith 450mg Tablet CR. Pregnancy: Alkalith 450mg Tablet CR 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. Breastfeeding: Alkalith 450mg Tablet CR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. Driving: Alkalith 450mg Tablet CR may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Kidney: Alkalith 450mg Tablet CR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Alkalith 450mg Tablet CR may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Liver: Alkalith 450mg Tablet CR is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Alkalith 450mg Tablet CR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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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 youҀ™re worried about them Common Side Effects : 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 Vomiting

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