The role of lithium in the affective disorders.
The current status of lithium in the treatment of mania and recurrent affective disorder is considered. The potential usefulness of lithium in clinical practice is not being realised. There is a need for information on clinical monitoring practices in the community. Long-term effects of lithium on renal function are reviewed and guidelines for monitoring are presented.
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Department of Psychological Medicine, University of Sydney, Concord Hospital, New South Wales, Australia.
D000928:Antidepressive Agents / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000494:pharmacology / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D006801:Humans; D007668:Kidney / Q000187:drug effects; D008094:Lithium / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000494:pharmacology / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D019964:Mood Disorders / Q000188:drug therapy*
D000928:Antidepressive Agents; D008094:Lithium