This drug may cause severe side
[4] Serious side effects include hypothyroidism, diabetes insipidus, and lithium
Bupropion: Bupropion may decrease the excretion rate of
There is insufficient data regarding the carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, or fertility impairment of lithium
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The mechanism of action of lithium as a mood stabilizing agent is unknown
The presumption is that the thirst associated with While the above discussions are intriguing, it should be noted that the mechanisms of action for lithium in the alleviation of BD symptoms are far from being conclusively identified
In addition, lithium’s usage is limited by its narrow therapeutic window and significant range of adverse side effects [Livingstone and Rampes, 2006; McKnight et al
poor short-term memory
It helps you to have more control over your emotions and helps you cope better
, hypothyroidism and/or renal impairment It causes intestinal symptoms (like vomiting and diarrhea) and neurological symptoms (like confusion and uncontrolled shaking)
Lithium carbonate (Eskalith and Lithane) is a monovalent cation that is used as a mood-stabilizing agent for treatment of bipolar disorder, acute manic episode, and depression
Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away: Feeling dizzy, sleepy, tired, or weak
Brand Name: Carbolith (CAN), Duralith (CAN), Eskalith, Eskalith CR, Lithane (CAN), Lithobid, Lithonate, Lithotabs, PMS-Lithium Carbonate (CAN) Classification: Antimanic drug Pregnancy Category D Dosage & Route ADULTS
All lithium products are available as lower-cost generics
Studies that examined the mechanism of action of lithium at the molecular level, including pharmacokinetics, and focused on its effects on the thyroid gland were included
Taking lithium salts has risks and side effects Goitre was one of the first described potential side effects of this treatment and prompted subsequent studies on the interactions between lithium and thyroid function Fornaro P, Pinchera A, Baschieri L
LITHOBID ® tablets contain lithium carbonate, a white odorless alkaline powder with molecular formula Li 2 CO 3 and molecular weight 73