Lithium Capsules and Tablets

• It is used to treat bipolar problems.
• It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.

Use this medicine (lithium capsules and tablets) as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.

• Take with or without food. Take with food if it causes an upset stomach.
• Drink lots of noncaffeine liquids unless told to drink less liquid by your doctor.
• Keep your salt use the same from day to day.

What do I do if I miss a dose?

• Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it.
• If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time.
• Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:

• Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.
• Signs of kidney problems like unable to pass urine, change in how much urine is passed, blood in the urine, or a big weight gain.
• Shortness of breath.
• Slow heartbeat.
• A heartbeat that does not feel normal.
• Very bad dizziness or passing out.
• Feeling confused.
• Hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that are not there).
• Memory problems or loss.
• Very upset stomach or throwing up.
• Loose stools (diarrhea).
• Too much sweat or fluid loss.
• Feeling very tired or weak.
• Restlessness.
• Trouble walking.
• Extra muscle action.
• Swelling in the feet or hands.
• A change in weight without trying.
• Slurred speech.
• Change in eyesight.
• Ringing in ears.
• Not able to control bladder.
• Not able to control bowels.
• Feeling sleepy.

• Store at room temperature.
• Store in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom.
• Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets.
• Check with your pharmacist about how to throw out unused drugs.