Licarb 300 mg 100 Capsules

• Treatment of manic and mixed episodes in bipolar I disorder

• Maintenance therapy to help prevent relapse of mood episodes

• Sometimes used off-label for other psychiatric or neurological conditions under medical supervision

Mechanism of Action

• Exact mechanism not fully understood

• Believed to modulate neurotransmitters that regulate mood (serotonin, dopamine, norepinephrine)

• May affect second-messenger signaling (e.g., inositol monophosphates inhibition), stabilizing mood and reducing manic or depressive swings

Storage Conditions

• Store at room temperature (20 – 25 °C / 68 – 77 °F)

• Keep in a cool, dry place, protected from moisture

• Do not refrigerate; keep out of reach of children

Common Side Effects

• Fine tremor of hands

• Increased urination and thirst

• Nausea, vomiting, or stomach discomfort

• Thyroid changes (may cause hypothyroidism)

• Dizziness or balance problems

• Rash or mild skin reactions

• Reduced appetite, blurred vision, or fatigue