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Eskalith-CR and Diarrhea/hyperhidrosis

Result of checking the interaction of drug Eskalith-CR and disease Diarrhea/hyperhidrosis for safety when used together.

Check result:

Eskalith-CR <> Diarrhea/hyperhidrosis

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

The risk for lithium toxicity may be increased in patients with diarrhea and excessive sweating. Dehydration and sodium depletion may occur in these patients leading to lithium retention and toxicity. The use of lithium may need to be reduced or suspended until the condition resolves. Supplemental fluid and salt may need to be administered. Monitoring serum lithium levels is recommended.

References:

"Product Information. Lithobid (lithium)." Ciba Pharmaceuticals, Summit, NJ.
"Product Information. Eskalith (lithium)." SmithKline Beecham, Philadelphia, PA.

Eskalith-CR

Generic Name: lithium

Brand Name: Eskalith, Lithobid, Lithonate, Lithotabs, Eskalith-CR

Synonyms: Eskalith-CR (Oral)

What is Eskalith-CR?