Lithium: the wonder drug of psychiatry
The efficacy of lithium for treating the acute symptoms of mania, as well its use as a mood stabiliser is well established. However, lithium has a narrow therapeutic index and there is potential for fatal toxicity, as well as serious side effects including renal failure. Patient education is importa...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Sri Lanka College of Psychiatrists
2020-12-01
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Series: | Sri Lanka Journal of Psychiatry |
Online Access: | https://sljpsyc.sljol.info/articles/8272 |