Quilonum Retard

Quilonum Retard: an effective remedy for normalizing mental state

Quilonum Retard (international name - lithium carbonate) is a drug belonging to the group of mood stabilizers used in the treatment of various mental disorders. This drug is produced in Germany by Penicillin-Gesellschaft Dawelsderg GmbH and is widely used in psychiatry.

The main active component of Quilonum Retard is lithium carbonate. It is available in the form of tablets with a dosage of 450 mg. The drug is used to treat the manic phase of bipolar psychosis, prevent exacerbations of manic-depressive psychosis, and also to reduce aggressiveness in psychopathy and chronic alcoholism. In addition, it can be used in the treatment of addiction to psychotropic drugs, sexual deviations, Meniere's syndrome and migraine.

Like any medicine, Quilonum Retard has contraindications and side effects. The drug is not recommended for use in case of hypersensitivity to its components, severe kidney and/or liver diseases, cardiovascular diseases, as well as during pregnancy and lactation.

Possible side effects of Quilonum Retard may include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, cardiac arrhythmia, inhibition of hematopoiesis and thyroid activity, moderate polyuria, kidney dysfunction, mild hand tremors, drowsiness, alopecia and acne.

It is important to pay attention to the interactions of Quilonum Retard with other drugs. It is not recommended to combine it with diuretics, as well as with certain groups of drugs, such as antipsychotics, antidepressants, antipyretics and laxatives, as this can lead to undesirable consequences.

In case of an overdose of Quilonum Retard, serious symptoms may occur, such as speech impairment, hyperreflexia, tonic and epileptic seizures, oliguria, loss of consciousness, collapse and coma. In such cases, urgent symptomatic treatment is necessary.

Before starting treatment with Quilonum Retard, it is recommended to conduct the necessary medical studies, including determining creatinine clearance and residual nitrogen levels, as well as performing an electrocardiogram (ECG) and measuring lithium levels in the blood. During treatment, lithium blood levels should be regularly monitored to maintain them within the therapeutic range.

It is important to take Quilonum Retard as directed by your doctor and not change the dosage or stop taking it without your doctor's consent. If any side effects or unusual symptoms occur, consult your doctor immediately.

Quilonum Retard is an effective remedy for normalizing the mental state in a number of mental disorders. However, each case is individual, and the decision to prescribe this drug should be made by a doctor based on a thorough analysis of the patient's history and symptoms.