Mood Stabilizer

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Last updated 9:10 AM on 9/9/26
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drug in class

lithium (Lithobid)

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properties/MOA

·       Unknown MOA

·       Short ½ life

·       Low therapeutic index

·       Well absorbed orally

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effects/adverse rxn

·       Polyuria

·       Thirst

·       Teratogen

·       Confusion

GI upset

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contraindications

Contraindicated w/ pregnancy, diuretics, NSAIDS, and anticholinergics

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nursing info

·       NEED to monitor plasma levels q3-6 months r/t narrow therapeutic index

·       NSAIDS can ↑ lithium levels by 60%

·       Affected by NA levels

Need to take frequently r/t short ½ life