Lithium is an antimanic drug used in the treatment and prevention of bipolar disorder and mania episodes. A constant daily dose is recommended for better effect. Adequate fluid and salt intake are necessary. Side effects include weight gain, diarrhea, hand tremors, increased thirst and urination, vomiting, hair loss, poor memory, decreased thyroid function, drowsiness, acne, and muscle weakness.
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Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Your sister is on Lithium, and it can definitely cause hypothyroidism.
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Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, Lithium can cause this side effect. Kindly discuss with your treating psychiatrist regarding substituting Lithium with Lurasidone or Quetiapine.
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Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The diagnosis is correct, viz, hyperthyroid Graves' disease. You certainly need Methimazole for this, as well as a thyroid surgery.
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Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Managing bipolar depression can be challenging, especially when effective medicines cause difficult side effects.
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