Priadel 400mg Tablet (100 Tablets)
₦81,000.00
Priadel 400mg Tablets (100 Tablets) – Lithium for Bipolar Disorder
Priadel 400mg prolonged-release tablets contain lithium carbonate and are used to treat and prevent episodes of bipolar disorder, including mania and recurrent bipolar depression. Lithium is a long-established mood stabiliser that helps reduce the frequency and severity of mood episodes.
Lithium has a narrow safe range, so treatment is guided by regular blood tests to keep the level effective but not toxic. Consistency matters: the same brand, the same dose and steady fluid and salt intake all help keep the level stable.
HubPharm dispenses Priadel only against a valid prescription from a registered prescriber, verified by a licensed pharmacist before release, and our team supports continuity of supply so treatment is not interrupted.
Key Features
- Lithium Carbonate 400mg: A prolonged-release mood stabiliser for bipolar disorder.
- Mania and Bipolar Maintenance: Used to treat acute episodes and to prevent recurrence over the long term.
- 100-Tablet Pack: A supply pack suited to ongoing maintenance treatment.
- Prescription Verified: A licensed pharmacist checks the prescription and prescriber before dispensing.
- Continuity of Supply: Refill reminders and proactive sourcing to avoid gaps that can destabilise mood.
FAQ
What is Priadel 400mg used for?
It is used to treat mania and hypomania, to help prevent recurrent bipolar episodes, and in some cases for recurrent depression, as decided by a specialist.
Do I need a prescription for Priadel in Nigeria?
Yes. Lithium is a prescription-only medicine that needs specialist oversight and blood monitoring, and HubPharm supplies it only against a valid prescription verified by our pharmacists.
How much does Priadel 400mg cost in Nigeria?
Current pricing for the 100-tablet pack is shown above and reflects our sourcing at the time of listing. Contact our pharmacy team for current pricing, availability and support with HMO claims.
Why is blood monitoring so important?
Lithium works within a narrow range. Regular blood tests check the lithium level and your kidney and thyroid function so the dose can be kept both effective and safe. Attend all your monitoring appointments.
Should I stick to one brand of lithium?
Yes. Different lithium products can release differently, so prescribers usually keep patients on the same brand. If your brand changes, tell your prescriber, as your level may need rechecking.
What are the signs of too much lithium?
Increasing thirst, frequent urination, vomiting, diarrhoea, coarse tremor, drowsiness or unsteadiness can signal that the level is too high. Seek medical advice promptly if these occur, as lithium toxicity is serious.
How do fluids, salt and other medicines affect lithium?
Dehydration, big changes in salt intake, and some medicines (including certain anti-inflammatories, diuretics and blood pressure tablets) can raise the lithium level. Keep fluids steady, and always check with your pharmacist before starting new medicines.
Can Priadel be stopped suddenly?
No. Stopping lithium abruptly can trigger a relapse. Any change must be planned with your prescriber.
How should Priadel be stored?
Store below 25°C in the original pack, out of the sight and reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date, and return unused or expired tablets to a pharmacy for safe disposal.
Description
Priadel 400mg – Full Product Information
Active ingredient: Lithium carbonate 400mg (prolonged release).
Form: Prolonged-release tablet. Pack of 100.
Classification: Prescription only, pharmacist verified, specialist supervised.
How Lithium Works
Lithium is one of the most established mood stabilisers. Although the full mechanism is not completely understood, it acts on chemical signalling in the brain to even out mood, reducing both the highs of mania and the lows of bipolar depression and helping to prevent episodes from recurring. Its benefit builds over time with steady, consistent dosing.
The Narrow Therapeutic Range
Lithium has a small gap between an effective level and a level that causes harm. This is why prescribers arrange regular blood tests to measure the lithium level, usually alongside checks of kidney and thyroid function. Dosing is adjusted to keep the level within the target range set for you.
Consistency Matters
Keeping the lithium level stable depends on routine: taking the same brand, the same dose at the same times, maintaining steady fluid and salt intake, and avoiding dehydration from heat, illness or vomiting and diarrhoea. Sudden changes in any of these can push the level too high or too low.
Interactions to Watch
Several common medicines can raise lithium levels, including many anti-inflammatory painkillers, some diuretics (“water tablets”) and certain blood pressure medicines. Always tell your pharmacist and prescriber about every medicine, including those bought without a prescription, before starting them.
Storage and Disposal
Store below 25°C in the original packaging, out of the sight and reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date on the pack. Return unused or expired tablets to a pharmacy for safe destruction.
Pharmacist Support
HubPharm’s pharmacists support bipolar patients with adherence reminders, monitoring guidance and continuity of supply. Reach the team on WhatsApp at +234 705 050 5001 or through Afiya, available 24 hours a day in over 50 languages.
This information is provided for general education and does not replace the advice of your prescriber. Always read the manufacturer’s leaflet supplied with your medicine.
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