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Posted by River1924 on November 24, 2008, at 5:18:46
I'm taking 300 mgs of lithium carbonate. It it the first med in years which has made be feel better.
However, my scalp itches and I keep scratching and pealing off layers of skin.
Will anything help this? I don't want to stop this med.
Please Help! River.
Posted by jms600 on November 24, 2008, at 6:17:50
In reply to lithium carbonate, posted by River1924 on November 24, 2008, at 5:18:46
The best thing really is to see your GP/doctor. I've heard of Dovonex which is actually a lotion for Psoriasis, but I'm not sure if that would be the right stuff for you.
There are loads of drugs/preparations on the market for skin and scalp problems. I would definitely speak to your doctor and get him to prescribe rather than self-medicate (you don't want to make your scalp problems worse)!!
Pardon me for asking, but what is your diagnosis? Are you bi-polar?? I'm currently taking 600mg lithium carbonate for severe anxiety (my doctor thinks it's calming effects will help me), however, I haven't seen any real effects from it.
Posted by Phillipa on November 24, 2008, at 12:06:14
In reply to Re: lithium carbonate, posted by jms600 on November 24, 2008, at 6:17:50
Could it an allergic reaction? Just a thought? Phllipa
Posted by desolationrower on November 24, 2008, at 16:10:00
In reply to lithium carbonate, posted by River1924 on November 24, 2008, at 5:18:46
Personally i have itchy scalp for different reasons, i apply lots of chemicals to my head to reduce male-pattern baldness. I find that using a conditioner with tea tree oil (which is an antiinflamatory) after i've showered reduces the itching greatly. I towel dry my hair, and then rub in the conditioner. It sort of functions as styling cream in that way too. Not sure if this method would suit everyone but i like it.
Also make sure vitamin d3 intake is good.
-d/r
Posted by ricker on November 24, 2008, at 20:08:16
In reply to Re: lithium carbonate, posted by desolationrower on November 24, 2008, at 16:10:00
> Personally i have itchy scalp for different reasons, i apply lots of chemicals to my head to reduce male-pattern baldness.
This brought me back to 1988 and Rogaine! I remember experiencing some blurred vision and slight dizziness several days post Rogaine? I stopped the treatment and sure enough the side-effects cleared up! I handed my GP the package insert and pointed out the possible side-effects...through absorption. I guess it didn't agree with the Surmontil? A tough choice at the time...sad & hairy or happy and bald? ~_~
Rick
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