doctor’s schedule for blood tests, eye checks, kidney monitoring, or other safety checks.
8. Lithium
Lithium is used to treat bipolar disorder and some mood-related conditions. It can be very effective, but it requires careful monitoring because the safe range can be narrow.
Long-term lithium use may affect kidney function in some people, and dehydration can increase the risk of lithium-related problems. People taking lithium usually need regular blood tests to check lithium levels, kidney function, and thyroid function.
Never stop lithium suddenly without medical advice. Sudden changes can affect
