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Lithium and Bipolar Disorder

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Which of the following is a therapeutic action of lithium?

Increases the release of norepinephrine and dopamine
Alters sodium transport in nerve and muscle cells (correct)
Causes dry mouth and headache
Decreases appetite and increases saliva production

What is one of the other uses of lithium?

Treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder
Treatment of depression (correct)
Treatment of schizophrenia
Treatment of anxiety disorders

Which of the following is a side effect of lithium?

Thickening of hair
Increased appetite
Decreased saliva production
Joint pain (correct)

How is lithium taken for the management of manic-depressive episodes?

Orally (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a side effect of lithium?

Increased appetite (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which disorder is NOT mentioned as one of the uses of lithium?

Depression (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does lithium do to sodium transport in nerve and muscle cells?

It decreases sodium transport (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does lithium inhibit the release of from stimulated neurons?

Norepinephrine (B) Signup and view all the answers

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Therapeutic Actions of Lithium

Lithium has a therapeutic action of stabilizing mood, particularly in the treatment of bipolar disorder.

Uses of Lithium

One of the other uses of lithium is in the treatment of cluster headaches.

Side Effects of Lithium

One of the side effects of lithium is polyuria (excessive urine production).

Administration of Lithium

Lithium is taken orally for the management of manic-depressive episodes.

Non-Side Effects of Lithium

Hair loss is NOT a side effect of lithium.

Disorders Not Treated with Lithium

Enuresis (bedwetting) is NOT mentioned as one of the uses of lithium.

Mechanism of Action of Lithium

Lithium alters sodium transport in nerve and muscle cells.
Lithium inhibits the release of neurotransmitters (such as norepinephrine and serotonin) from stimulated neurons.

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Test your knowledge about Lithium and its therapeutic uses in the treatment of Bipolar Disorder. Explore its mechanism of action, benefits, and other potential uses in this informative quiz.