Aluminum Hydroxide and Magnesium Carbonate Suspension and Lithium Carbonate

• Generic Name: aluminum hydroxide / magnesium carbonate
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Gaviscon Extra Relief Formula, Acid Gone, Gaviscon

• It is used to treat heartburn and upset stomach.
• It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.

• Generic Name: lithium
• Dosage Forms: capsule
• Other Brand Names: Lithobid, Eskalith, Lithonate, Lithotabs, Eskalith-CR

Lithium affects the flow of sodium through nerve and muscle cells in the body. Sodium affects excitation or mania.

Lithium is used to treat the manic episodes of bipolar disorder (manic depression). Manic symptoms include hyperactivity, rushed speech, poor judgment, reduced need for sleep, aggression, and anger.

Lithium also helps to prevent or lessen the intensity of manic episodes.