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Lithium carbonate

Carbolith

Generic nameLithium carbonate
Brand nameCarbolith
Medication classMood stabilizer
Typical adult example300–600 mg
FrequencyTwo to three times daily
Common uses

Recognition cues

  • Bipolar disorder
EMS relevance

Assessment context

  • Dehydration and interactions can cause toxicity with tremor, ataxia or confusion.
NARROW THERAPEUTIC INDEXDEHYDRATION