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

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Hello. No. A make taking lithium would not cause ebsteins anomaly in the baby. It's only when the monther takes it, that too during the first 3 months of pregnancy that it can occur. And even then too ...  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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Yes mostly.. But I can be used in some other cases also.. ...  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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But question is for which disease u taking lithium and didn't get any response. Bcoz lithium can be utilize in many diseases. If u are asking interms of mood stabilizers then yes many other mood stabi ...  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

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

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

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

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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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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

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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Dont taper without the asking ur psychiatrist ...  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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Lithium is a mood stabilizer also have anti suicidal properties, actually the symptoms are explored by the treating doctor, please consult for the management ...  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 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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Hi.. you can consider taking steroids . ...  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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Need few more details Kindly consult ...  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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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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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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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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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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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

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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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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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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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Hello. We need to clarify the diagnosis. For that detailed assessment is needed. Both are different class of drugs, if u feel some adverse effects with lithium may be we can switch over to another med ...  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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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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Renal toxicity is more common in patients on chronic lithium treatment. Toxicity includes impaired urinary concentrating ability, nephrogenic diabetes insipidus (the most common cause of drug-ind ...  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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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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Yes Lithium Causes Polyuria ...  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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Hello, Increased sodium intake, your mood , activity level, body position and improper sample collection can affect serum lithium levels. So its advised to consult psychiatrist with your reports. Your ...  Read More

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