Posted by Maximus on August 8, 2002, at 22:34:12
In reply to Lithium advice please, posted by Squiggles on August 8, 2002, at 18:12:25
I don't know either, but here (at least) are some clues.
- If you are euthymic (no depression and no mania), your lithium must be in a range of 0.6 to 0.8. My beloved and respected psychiatrist even told me 0.55 to 0.7 (for euthymics for a while).
- Oversleeping may be a symptom of depression and/or too much Lithium.
- Neuropathy and ammonia are "sometimes" symptoms of Lithium's intoxication. Do not play with Lithium, it is a toxic salt.
- Long time user... Well, may be it is just time to switch for something else of simply add an anticonvulsant (Lamictal, etc.) and thus reduce your Lithium dosage.
- At least, do you see a psychiatrist?
- Did you get a complete blood work and not just a lithium test?
May i speak freely without offense? You don't sound happy at all with your treatment and your doctor. Ruminations, fears, bad side effects... May be is it time to change them both? Bring some brillants alternatives?
En espérant t'avoir aider un peu. Bonne chance!
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