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Is constipation seen often in lithium use? many thanks
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No: Constipation with lithium use has been reported about 1% of the time. Therefore it is not common, but can happen. Try adding a roughage like metamucil.
Answered 3/26/2013
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Yes: Constipation , fatigue, weight gain in addition to others can be a side effect of lithium.
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