Side Effect Of Lithium- 64 Questions Answered

Can taking lithium in male cause ebstein abnormality in offspring. Whats its likelihood . . . . . . .

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Taking lithium by male patients doesn't have any abnormality in his child. If a female takes it during her pregnancy, then there are 0.4 percent chances in her child ... Read More

Lithium is used specially for treating bipolar disorder medicine??.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .is the above statement true

Asked for Male, 25 Years 408 Views v

Dr. Deepthi SakaNeuropsychiatrist | Bangalore

Yes mostly.. But I can be used in some other cases also.. ... Read More

Hii.... I am taking lithosun sr 400 (lithium) twice a day morning and night for about 8 months..... It works well but it causes uncontrollable hand tremor.... Every one is asking about my tremor i just hate of it.... Plss tell how to come off from lithium and how to gradually reduce the dose... Thank u...

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Dr. Abhisek NeogyHomoeopath | Howrah

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If u want to gradually reduced the dose of modern medicine then u must Consult a good homoeopathic doctor and also Consult a psychologist for management. Follow up of ur psychiatrist is also necessary ... Read More

Are there other medicines available or present when lithium carbonate failed to respond? Will Other medicines respond after failure of lithium carbonate? What are other medicines prescribed after failure of lithium carbonate?

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Dr. Shabir Ahmad DarSexologist | Srinagar

It needs detailed history And depends on treatment history ... Read More

Will lithium works on anxiety I am having anxiety with bipolar disorder Doc gave me lithium and risperidone And gave clonzapam for short term Suffering from severe anxiety... Any reference please...

Asked for Male, 25 Years 355 Views v

Dr. Shabir Ahmad DarSexologist | Srinagar

Follow up with ur treating doctor U have been treated adequately ... Read More

Hello doctor... I am taking lithium for one yr.... I have severe hand tremor....I have tried betacap 20 & betacap tr 20 but nothing doesn't work... Everyone asking about my tremor.... How to get rid of the tremor caused by lithium...Is there any alternative tablet to get rid of lithium tremor... Plss help me.. Thanq

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Dr. Sugandha GuptaPsychiatrist | Delhi

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Hello practo user, I will try to outline the management of lithium induced tremor for you- 1. Get serum lithium estimation done, after 12 hours of last lithium dose. With adherence to lithium ensured. ... Read More

How can I overcome lithium tiredness ? I am taking 400 mg morning and 800 mg night.

Asked for Female, 41 Years 540 Views v

Dr. Pankaj B BoradePsychiatrist | Pune

Lithium does not cause tiredness. It can be a symptoms of depression or due to some other cause. You must get your thyroid levels investigated. Also consult with your treating doctor once about this. ... Read More

Can lithium be a potential treatment for coronavirus... Since it has a property to inhibit replication both RNA and dna viruses

Asked for Male, 25 Years 161 Views v

Dr. Rayees Ahmad WaniNeuropsychiatrist | Srinagar

As of now their is no evidence to show lithium is helpful in Corona virus treatment. ... Read More

After 12 hrs of fasting, I have a lithium blood test today but I drank water before it. Should I proceed for the test?

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Dr. Zaid AhmedPsychiatrist | Delhi

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Yes, you can proceed with test. ... Read More

I'm taking lithium myself after consulting many psychiatrists for 3 years. I'm on Nexito20 from years +Licab600 from last 2 months without much improvement and side effects like thirst. How can I taper it down??

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Dr. (Major) Sriniwas GuptaNeuropsychiatrist | Aurangabad

Dont taper without the asking ur psychiatrist ... Read More

Respected Doctors, Recently did Serum Lithium test and the value is0.55.What is to be done as started Lithium for bpad 1 just a week back. Pls guide.

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Dr. Shyamsundar SBPsychiatrist | Gadag

Hello sir I understand u were started on tab lithium for Bipolar disorder type 1 I need to know your present symptoms and past history Whether other medications were added along with lithium?? For ... Read More

I recently consulted a psychiatrist because I have been struggling with prolonged grief after a breakup that happened 7–8 months ago. Since then, I have been experiencing depression, loneliness, anxiety, panic attacks, insomnia, difficulty concentrating, lack of motivation, and occasional suicidal thoughts. I was prescribed Paroxetine, Propra

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Dr. Urmita Chakraborty (PhD)Psychologist | Kolkata

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Hello Respected Doctors, My husband has been prescribed Lithium 400 once daily for BPAD .Is the med safe for long term .Regards and thanks

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Dr. Naresh KumarPsychiatrist | Faridabad

"Hi there, I understand that seeking help can feel overwhelming, but you’ve already taken the first brave step. I can guide you with a clear treatment plan tailored just for you, so you can feel ... Read More

Hi I am diagnosed with bipolar disorder type 2.On lithium 300 mg and Oleanz plus.i would like to do a trek which is of height 15000 m.Taking diamox to prevent AMS with lithium will not work for me as diamox has drug interaction with lithium.Could you suggest any other AMS ( acute mountain sickness) medication that can be taken with lithium,which ha

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Dr. Naresh KumarPsychiatrist | Faridabad

Heyy I can help you better with further treatment course needed. U can connect me via whatsapp on seven zero eight two zero two two zero six two. ... Read More

Sir i have a medical exam for Army officer. But i have mild tremors. I have taken various medication but of no help.pls provide temporary solution will botox work?

Asked for Male, 25 Years 60 Views v

Dr. Anuj MothsraGeneral Practitioner | Jhunjhunu

Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ... Read More

Sir I have cleared upsc cds exam. I have also cleared the interview. My medical exam is in next month.I have mild tremors due to lithoum is there any temporary solution?Pls help sir I have worked very hard to join as officer in army

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Dr. Naman AgrawalNeurologist | Bhopal

Need detailed history and physical examination Consult neurophysician physically ... Read More

After recovering from lithium toxicity few days ago, I've started experiencing brief, intense spikes of vibration-like pain on the right side of my head. These pains are quick but very different from usual headaches. Could this be related to the lithium toxicity, or is there another cause I should explore? What steps should I take next?

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Sujitha gurramGeneral Physician | Nellore

First of all y ur on lithium…if u tuk lithium for ur illness then now ur symptoms might start again while tapering… ... Read More

A question was asked in practo in december 21 from ludhian that("Are Amitone and ciplar la lithium medicines?) Answer was responded as Yes by two psychiatrists. But asking question about amitone in november 22 whether amitone is a lithium medicine. The answer was responded as no. Plz confirm me that amitone and ciplar la is not lithium medicine.

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Dr. Shashank RaikwarPsychiatrist | Kanpur

please share a screenshot if possible. ... Read More

Is Amitone (Amitriptyline) a lithium carbonate medicine? I want to know that above medicine is lithium carbonate

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Dr. Satish RasailyPsychiatrist | East Sikkim

No ... they are different class of medicines ... Read More

Is it true that no other mental medicines works in future to treat depression if taken lithium carbonate? Dr has prescribed me lithosun sr 400 for depression along with Mirtaz 30. I am avoiding to take lithosun sr 400 Due to fear that if i take this medicine no other mental medicine can treat my depression.

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Dr. Shabir Ahmad DarSexologist | Srinagar

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It's not so U can start taking lithium ... Read More

Can we take lithium. Olazapine after having biscuit and snacks . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Asked for Male, 25 Years 67 Views v

Dr. Priyanka RaniPsychiatrist | Sangrur

Yes ... Read More

Alternative i m lithium with me. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Please help. . . . ..mam. . . . . . . . . . . .

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Dr. Deepthi SakaNeuropsychiatrist | Bangalore

Sir, for an answer I need details.. U can teleconsult.. It can't be discussed like this.. ... Read More

There is article research paper internet which stated that lithium olanzapine plus inderal affect fertility. My doc from pgi chandigarh said no nothing to worry

Asked for Male, 25 Years 212 Views v

Dr. Sachi BangPsychiatrist | Chandrapur

Hello. Firstly research paper articles are usually single case study reports. If a medication commonly was causing side effects, there would be vast amount of research over it and you will find many p ... Read More

I m on lithium 400 mg olanzapine plus inderal. I m soon getting marriage. Can it cause any kind of disease in my offspring

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Dr. Sachi BangPsychiatrist | Chandrapur

Hello. Firstly if you ar stalking about your mental illness, it can occur in the offspring however the chances are very less and vary according to the illness. Secondly if you are talking about medici ... Read More

Is gabalin or ciplar LA 20 ( beta blockrt) a lithium medicines? I feel better with both but I avoid lithium? Any alternative options available if its lithium?

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Dr. Sajid Mohammad WaniPsychiatrist | Srinagar

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Don't avoid lithium, its better u should consult doctor for further advice.. ... Read More

Are there any medicine except Lithium which is good like Ciplar LA 20? Any better choice? Because I avoid lithium

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Dr. Pawan Nivrutti GadgilePsychiatrist | Mumbai

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Please mention the reason for starting the medicine and what are the reason to avoid lithium Accordingly I can suggest you the solution ... Read More

I am 40yr ,on 10mg propranolol and 600mg od lithium(at night, 400mg xl and half cut of it), have to wake a 4 to 5 times at night for urine. I am unable to take my sleep properly. what to do, ........... change the dose/strength of lithium, or switch to other bpd medicine or add other medicine for polyuria. I am least interested in adding any medici

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Dr. Mahendra SharmaUrologist | Delhi

Please take personal consultation for detailed history of other urine related symptoms, then only any treatment can be advisable. ... Read More

I am 40yr ,on 10mg propranolol and 600mg od lithium(at night, 400mg xl and half cut of it), have to wake a 4 to 5 times at night for urine. I am unable to take my sleep properly. what to do, ........... change the dose/strength of lithium, or switch to other bpd medicine or add other medicine for polyuria. I am least interested in adding any medici

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Dr. Tariq Ahmad BhatSexologist | Srinagar

Most likely it's Lithium induced diabetes insipidus and it can treated.need to rule out other disorders which cause same issue ... Read More

My brother is on lithium 900 mg per day. Different labs have different therapeutic goals mentioned in their report. For example when we go to lalpath lab it says normal range is 0.4-1.2 mmol/L and each time his lithium level are 3.6 or 3.8 . And when we go to other labs, they say good range 0.6-1.2 mmol/l and each time his lithium level are around

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Dr. Udayan BhaumikPsychiatrist | Kolkata

Lithium levels can vary.But I guess for your brother the levels are low.He needs to visit a Psychiatrist for optimization of Lithium dose ... Read More

Do lithium causes frequent urination Symptoms of overactive bladder I have been taking lithium from 3 years Facing frequent urination issues.

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Dr. Kamal Kishore VermaPsychiatrist | Agra

Yes Lithium Causes Polyuria ... Read More

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Side effect of lithium

Can taking lithium in male cause ebstein abnormality in offspring. Whats its likelihood . . . . . . .

Lithium is used specially for treating bipolar disorder medicine??.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .is the above statement true

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Are there other medicines available or present when lithium carbonate failed to respond? Will Other medicines respond after failure of lithium carbonate? What are other medicines prescribed after failure of lithium carbonate?

Will lithium works on anxiety I am having anxiety with bipolar disorder Doc gave me lithium and risperidone And gave clonzapam for short term Suffering from severe anxiety... Any reference please...

How can I overcome lithium tiredness ? I am taking 400 mg morning and 800 mg night.

Can lithium be a potential treatment for coronavirus... Since it has a property to inhibit replication both RNA and dna viruses

After 12 hrs of fasting, I have a lithium blood test today but I drank water before it. Should I proceed for the test?

I'm taking lithium myself after consulting many psychiatrists for 3 years. I'm on Nexito20 from years +Licab600 from last 2 months without much improvement and side effects like thirst. How can I taper it down??

Respected Doctors, Recently did Serum Lithium test and the value is0.55.What is to be done as started Lithium for bpad 1 just a week back. Pls guide.

Hello Respected Doctors, My husband has been prescribed Lithium 400 once daily for BPAD .Is the med safe for long term .Regards and thanks

Sir i have a medical exam for Army officer. But i have mild tremors. I have taken various medication but of no help.pls provide temporary solution will botox work?

Sir I have cleared upsc cds exam. I have also cleared the interview. My medical exam is in next month.I have mild tremors due to lithoum is there any temporary solution?Pls help sir I have worked very hard to join as officer in army

Is Amitone (Amitriptyline) a lithium carbonate medicine? I want to know that above medicine is lithium carbonate

Can we take lithium. Olazapine after having biscuit and snacks . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Alternative i m lithium with me. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Please help. . . . ..mam. . . . . . . . . . . .

There is article research paper internet which stated that lithium olanzapine plus inderal affect fertility. My doc from pgi chandigarh said no nothing to worry

I m on lithium 400 mg olanzapine plus inderal. I m soon getting marriage. Can it cause any kind of disease in my offspring

Is gabalin or ciplar LA 20 ( beta blockrt) a lithium medicines? I feel better with both but I avoid lithium? Any alternative options available if its lithium?

Are there any medicine except Lithium which is good like Ciplar LA 20? Any better choice? Because I avoid lithium

Do lithium causes frequent urination Symptoms of overactive bladder I have been taking lithium from 3 years Facing frequent urination issues.

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