Dosage form: capsule
Drug class:Antimanic agents
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 21, 2022.
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WARNING: LITHIUM TOXICITY
Lithium toxicity is closely related to serum lithium concentrations, and can occur at doses close to therapeutic concentrations. Facilities for prompt and accurate serum lithium determinations should be available before initiating treatment [see Dosage and Administration (2.3), Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].
Indications and Usage for Lithium Carbonate
Lithium is a mood-stabilizing agent indicated as monotherapy for the ...