An element in the alkali metals family. It has the atomic symbol Li, atomic number 3, and atomic weight 6.94. Salts of lithium are used in treating manic-depressive disorders.
An element used for the treatment of gout and, more recently, for the treatment of mania. It was approved for this latter use by the Food and Drug Administration in 1970.
A soft silver-white metallic element that forms compounds, used as a medical treatment for bipolar disorder.
A mineral used to treat mania; interferes with the activity of the Na+/K+-dependent ATPase on the plasma membranes of nerve cells.
A metallic element; lithium compounds are used to treat certain types of mental illness. Lithium serum levels must be carefully monitored during treatment to avoid toxicity.
An antimanic drug used to treat bipolar disorder, a psychiatric illness. Lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid) is an element found in nature that is similar to sodium and potassium. Although the mechanism by which it controls manic episodes is unclear, lithium is known to alter sodium transport and to regulate circuits in the brain, possibly by affecting the body’s circadian rhythm (biological cycle over a 24-hour period). Lithium also enhances the amount of the neurotransmitters, norepinephrine and serotonin, in the brain.
A drug given by mouth to prevent and treat schizophrenia and similar psychiatric disorders. Side effects such as nausea, tremor, weakness, thirst, and excessive urination may occur but are not serious. Higher concentrations of lithium in the blood may cause more serious effects, including digestive upsets, drowsiness, and muscle incoordination.
A metallic element; atomic weight 6.941; atomic number 3.
A medication employed for the management of manic depression, also known as bipolar disorder, which has the potential to be passed on through breast milk.
An enduringly utilized mood-stabilizing medication employed for managing mania, manic-depressive disorders, and as a preventive measure against severe depression relapses. Adverse effects encompass nausea, vomiting, tremors, and increased thirst. Consistent blood tests are crucial to regulate dosage and avert severe negative outcomes. Elevated lithium levels might lead to blurry vision, drowsiness, skin rash, and potentially hypothyroidism and kidney impairment. Any observed side effects should be promptly communicated to a medical professional.
A metallic element classified within the alkali group and represented by the chemical symbol Li. Its assorted salts find application in treating conditions such as gout, rheumatism, and urinary disorders.