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Eskalith-CR and Seizure disorders

Result of checking the interaction of drug Eskalith-CR and disease Seizure disorders for safety when used together.

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Eskalith-CR <> Seizure disorders

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.

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Antipsychotics can lower the seizure threshold and trigger seizures in a dose-dependent manner. Seizures have been reported in patients receiving antipsychotic therapy and may occur in epileptic patients even with maintenance of routine anticonvulsant treatment. Therapy with antipsychotics should be administered cautiously in patients with a history of seizures or other predisposing factors, such as head trauma, CNS abnormalities, and alcoholism. High dosages should be avoided if possible.

References:

"Product Information. Loxitane C Oral Concentrate (loxapine)" Watson Laboratories Inc, Corona, CA.
Lowry MR, Dunner FJ "Seizures during tricyclic therapy." Am J Psychiatry 137 (1980): 1461-2
Markowitz J, Brown R "Seizures with neuroleptics and antidepressants." Gen Hosp Psychiatry 9 (1987): 135-41

Eskalith-CR

Generic Name: lithium

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

Synonyms: Eskalith-CR (Oral)

What is Eskalith-CR?