Lithium Flashcards
1
Q
What level of lithium is toxic?
A
> 1.5
2
Q
How do you monitor it?
A
Check levels weekly then 3 monthly.
Check lithium levels, U&Es, and TFTs.
3
Q
Side effects of lithium?
A
Fine tremor Dry mouth Metallic taste Weight gain Hypothyroid QT prolongation Renal failure Epstein’s anomaly.
