Does lithium work for memory loss? Experts answer 4 key questions

Experts answer four key questions based on the findings of a study that indicated that low-dose oral lithium could slow ...
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Lithium: Side Effects and Precautions

Lithium side effects may include diarrhea, rash, hair thinning, weight gain, and more. Lithium is a mood stabilizer used to treat bipolar disorder, a condition that involves episodes of depression, ...
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Expert Insights: Can GLP-1 Drugs Protect the Kidneys From Lithium-Induced Damage in Bipolar Disorder?

Dr McIntyre and colleagues share new insight on how GLP-1 receptor agonists may protect against lithium-induced kidney damage in patients treated for bipolar disorder.
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Pilot lithium trial in mild cognitive impairment proves feasibility, informs further study

A pilot randomized trial of older adults with mild cognitive impairment given either daily low-dose lithium carbonate or ...
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Lady Gaga Reveals She Once Used Lithium For Mental Health; What the Mood Stabilizer Really Does

Oscar-winning Lady Gaga has revealed she was on Lithium while filming the musical romance movie A Star Is Born due to mental health issues caused by challenging circumstances behind the scenes. The 39 ...