Pros & Cons
Lithium Carbonate Pros and Cons
- Lithium is available in various dosage forms, such as extended release tablets, immediate release tablets and capsules, and a liquid solution for children and adults who have trouble swallowing pills.
- There is a lower cost generic version of the drug available.
- You need regular monitoring of serum lithium concentrations during treatment.
- You need to take lithium 2-4 times a day.
- It takes 1-3 weeks for this medication to have its full effects.
- Lithium has interactions with many other medications.
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