Lithium Flashcards
1
Q
Lithium Counselling points: Hydration and Diet
A
- avoid dehydration
- avoid significant changes in salt intake
as they can affect lithium levels
2
Q
Lithium and Pregnancy
A
must use contraception
3
Q
OTC medication to avoid with Lithium
A
- Ibuprofen
- Aspirin
increased lithium levels
4
Q
How should lithium be withdrawn
A
slowly
