Question 1

please describe the medication: lithium carbonate?

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Mood stabilizer: It's one of the oldest mood stabilizer medication for treatment of bipolar disorder. It's naturally occurring salt not very different than table salt. It's eliminated by the body through kidney and rarely can affect it negatively. It helps in both manic and depressed phase of bipolar disorder. Can be used in depression. It's known to prevent suicide. Watch for weight gain, acne and hypothyroidism.

Question 2

could everyone have lithium carbonate in their blood?

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Not measurable: Lithium is an ion found in nature, so we all have some in our blood.  But levels are not usually measurable unless we&#x27;re taking Lithium Carbonate or other form of lithium.

Question 3

side effects of lithium carbonate for psychological issues?

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Side effects: The most commonly experienced include fine hand tremor, metallic taste in mouth, headache-mild, nausea, dirrehea and dizziness. Although not exclusively, experiencing side effects is somewhat dependent on lithium blood levels and how well you stay hydrated. The higher the level, the more side effects in general. Important to drink plenty of water especially if active and perspire.

Question 4

can you tell me about sexual related side effects from lithium carbonate?

Accepted Answer

Rare: Sexual side effects with lithium are uncommon.

Question 5

i'm taking lithium carbonate and trifluoperazine, ok?

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Depends: Lithium is prescribed for bipolar disorder  and certain types of depression. Trifluoperazine is an antipsychotic prescribed mainly for psychotic disorders like schizophrenia, or depression  where there are psychotic symptoms. The 2 medications can be combined when 1 alone is not helping.Trifluoperazine is an older medication and is possibly more likely to cause side effects than newer medication.

Question 6

what is lithium carbonate for?

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Lithium carbonate: Lithium carbonate is most frequently prescribed to treat lability in bipolar disorder, as well as schizoaffective disorder. It can be used to augment treatment in major depression as well.

Question 7

what can i expect when taking lithium carbonate?

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Lithium Carbonate: If you have bipolar disorder and your doctor has prescribed lithium carbonate, you can expect more mood stability -- less problems with depression and/or mania.  Some typical side effects include hand tremor, increased thirst, increased urination, and sometimes diarrhea, etc.  Your doctor will need to monitor thyroid and kidney function over time, since chronic lithium use can affect those.

Question 8

what's to be expected with lithobid (lithium carbonate)?

Accepted Answer

Even disposition: This medication is used to help even out moods.  It should provide a steadier mood state.

Question 9

lithium carbonate worst side effects?

Accepted Answer

Thyroid and kidney: Lithium toxicity, thyroid effects, and kidney effects are probably the more severe side effects of lithium.  It is best to work with your physician to monitor any side effects of lithium. Lithium is quite beneficial though for those with bipolar or if it is used as an adjunct to treat major depression.

Question 10

what are some lithium carbonate side effects?

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Lithium carbonate: Adverse effects aren't frequent below a serum level of 1.5 meq/l.  Your doctor will be monitoring your dose and blood levels.  Fine hand tremor, increased urination, and mild thirst may persist throughout treatment.  Diarrhea, vomiting, drowsiness, muscular weakness, and lack of coordination may be early signs of lithium intoxication.  Long-term, thyroid and kidney function may be affected.

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