Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Litiam ER is to be taken with food.

Litiam ER works by suppressing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Lithosun SR Tablet is one of the most effective long-term treatment for bipolar disorder.
It may also be used for the treatment of mania.
Your lithium blood levels, thyroid function, and kidney function may be monitored as long as you take this medicine.
It may cause diarrhea and dehydration. Drink plenty of water and and use normal amounts of salt. Inform your doctor if you start or stop a low-salt diet.
Monitor your weight during treatment as Lithosun SR Tablet can cause weight gain.
Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
Inform your doctor if you have persistent stomach upset, problems with your speech, or extreme drowsiness. Your dose may need to be adjusted.
Do not take Lithosun SR Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.

UNSAFE – Alcohol: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Litiam ER.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Litiam ER 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Litiam ER is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
UNSAFE – Driving: Litiam ER may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.\nLitiam ER may make you feel sleepy, tired or dizzy. Litiam ER may also cause other effects that can make it dangerous to drive such as numbness, paralysis, weakness or fits (seizures).
CAUTION – Kidney: Litiam ER should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Litiam ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.\nUse of Litiam ER is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Liver: Litiam ER is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Litiam ER may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.