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I take lithium carbonate. is the reason why it is stressed to drink a lot of water is that the level can increase if you don't drink enough? thanks

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Dr. Michael Finkelstein answered

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No : lithium can have a direct effect on your kidneys and you need to keep the renal system flushed lithium also might affect thyroid so that is another thing to be aware of

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

I take lithium carbonate. is the reason why it is stressed to drink a lot of water is that the level can increase if you don't drink enough? thanks

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Finkelstein answered

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