Lithium is a mineral that occurs naturally in the environment. It can be prescribed as lithium carbonate (Camcolit, Liskonum, Lithonate, Priadel) or lithium citrate (Litarex; Li-liquid, Priadel) to be used as a mood stabiliser.
When you are first prescribed lithium, your doctor should give you a purple lithium treatment pack. This pack should include:
- An information booklet (there's an example on the NHS website here).
- A lithium alert card (there's an example on the NHS website here). You should always carry this card with you, and show it to any health professional before they treat you for any condition (including your dentist).
- A record book for blood test results.
You can find more detailed information about lithium in the official Patient Information Leaflet (PIL), including what it's for, how to take it, possible side effects and important safety information. This leaflet should come with your medication (usually inside the box). You can also access it online as a PDF by clicking the link here:
If a drug can come in different forms (such as tablets or liquid), there may be a separate PIL for each one. You should look at the PIL for the particular form and dose you've been prescribed. All PILs are available online on the electronic Medicines Compendium (eMC).
If you have any questions about your medication you can talk to your doctor, someone at your pharmacy or call NHS 111.
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Published April 2017.
