Short-term and long-term effects of Muslim fasting on lithium pharmacokinetics and renal function in bipolar disorder: a prospective observational study [PDF]
This prospective observational study aimed to investigate the effects of Ramadan fasting on serum lithium levels, renal function, and electrolyte balance in patients with bipolar disorder undergoing lithium maintenance therapy. Conducted in Saudi Arabia,
Mohamed Abouzed+8 more
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Co-prescription of medication for bipolar disorder and diabetes mellitus: a nationwide population-based study with focus on gender differences [PDF]
Background Studies have shown a correlation between bipolar disorder and diabetes mellitus. It is unclear if this correlation is a part of common pathophysiological pathways, or if medication for bipolar disorder has negative effects on blood sugar ...
Svendal Gjertrud+4 more
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Lithium: new observations on an old medication [PDF]
Mirko Manchia, Alessio Squassina
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Background Lithium and several atypical antipsychotics are the recommended first-line augmentation options for treatment-resistant depression; however, few studies have compared them directly, and none for longer than 8 weeks.
Jess Kerr-Gaffney+14 more
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Lithium, an Infrequently Used Medication [PDF]
Scott B. Patten, Jeanne V.A. Williams
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Lithium and Antihypertensive Medication: A Potentially Dangerous Interaction [PDF]
Joel Handler
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Undetectable serum lithium concentrations after coadministration of liquid lithium citrate and apple juice: A case report [PDF]
Lithium is a mood-stabilizing medication approved by the FDA for the treatment of acute manic or mixed episodes of bipolar disorder as well as maintenance treatment.
Sundus Awan, PharmD+3 more
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Plus ça change? Switching lithium preparations
Aims and method A supply disruption alert in 2020, now rescinded, notified UK prescribers of the planned discontinuation of Priadel® (lithium carbonate) tablets.
David A. Cousins+4 more
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Lithium and Erectile Dysfunction: An Overview
Lithium has been a mainstay of therapy for patients with bipolar disorders for several decades. However, it may exert a variety of adverse effects that can affect patients’ compliance.
Mohammad Sheibani+2 more
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Premature Ejaculation after Lithium Treatment in a Patient with Bipolar Disorder
Lithium has proven its efficacy in treating bipolar disorder. Severe side effects caused by lithium, including renal and endocrine outcomes, have already been amply documented. The impact of lithium on sexual function, however, is less well known.
Pedro Amadeu Almeida+4 more
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