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2 patient evaluations for Lithium Carbonate taken for the purpose of 'bipolar disorder' with a perceived effectiveness rating of None

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Aug 23, 2017 (Started Jun 30, 2005)

  • Effectiveness
    None (for bipolar disorder)
  • Side effects
    None
  • Adherence
    Never taken as prescribed
  • Burden
    A little hard to take
Advice & Tips: If it works for you take it if not talk to your doctor hide nothing from your doctor's. There is hope
Cost: < $25 monthly
  • 1 helpful mark

Jan 1, 2000 (Started Jun 30, 2000)

  • Effectiveness
    None (for bipolar II disorder)
  • Effectiveness
    None (for bipolar disorder)
  • Side effects
    None
  • Adherence
    Usually
  • Burden
    A little hard to take
Dosage: 300 mg Daily
Advice & Tips: I did not feel any better taking lithium and always having to have my blood check to make sure the lithium levels were correct was annoying. Eventually, I was switched to something that was stronger and easier to manage on my end.
Cost: < $25 monthly
  • 0 helpful marks
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