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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

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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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

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

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Mostly It has other uses too ...  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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It needs detailed history And depends on treatment history ...  Read More

What are possible options if someone wants to quit lithium because not getting proper results in bipolar? Antipsychotics or another mood stabilizers?

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Hello. So Bipolar disorder is a chronic illness which is managed in 2 stages firstly the acute phase and secondly the maintenance phase. Lithium is one of the first line agents used for BPAD in both p ...  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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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.

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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

I take 400 sr at night and 150 ir lithium at lunch. This formulation suits my bipolar symptoms and no stomach irritation. What time should i have my lithium levels tests in morning though to get accurate results

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At least 12 hours after the evening dose. ...  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...

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

Does having sex at night affect the lithium levels in blood as I had taken a Serum Lithium test in the morning after having sex at night.

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I don't think it should cause a problem ...  Read More

I started on lithium few months back. Is it ok to take 300 morning 300 night instead of 600 night? If i take evening only dose i can't sleep. If i take morning only dose i feel lethargic in evening

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You can take like that after informing your treating psychiatrist ...  Read More

I've started lithium 400 sr few days back for bipolar. I'm getting this weird brain fog where my perception has become a little blurry. Is this just intial phase?

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The brain usually acclimates to it in time. Just make sure you're taking the medications regularly, and having around 2.5-3 litres of water a day to maintain serum lithium levels. ...  Read More

I've just started on lithium carbonate 400 sr for bipolar few days back. I keep waking up every hour at night to pee. What do I do?

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Hi, check your lithium levels. May be you can shift to valproate. Consult online for a second opinion ...  Read More

Should i take my lithium carbonate prescribed for bipolar just after food to avoid stomach upset or before sleep time?

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Prefer having it just after meals, and make sure to have 2.5-3 litres of water per day. ...  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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Hi, the dose needs to be increased if it's for an acute episode ...  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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"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

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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Hi. Yes. But need to check lithium levels regularly. Consult online for further questions ...  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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Hi.. you can consider taking steroids . ...  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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Yes, you can proceed with test. ...  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?

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Not sure as it's the side effect of lithium. ...  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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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  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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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

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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It’s it lithium medicine Amitone is tri cyclic antidepressants and ciplar is betblocker Used in anxiety ...  Read More

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

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No it's not lithium carbonate Both the molecules i.e amitryptiline and Lithium are of seperate class of drugs ...  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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It's not so U can start taking lithium ...  Read More

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

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Yes ...  Read More

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

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Dear sir i can understand your concern More details needed ...  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

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Lithium can cause ebstein anomaly one in one thousand Rest medicines r safe ...  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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Yes it is possible because these diseases do have genetic predisposition and can be transferred to your off springs ...  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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