Lithium Carbonate (Noun)
Meaning
A white powder (LiCO3) used in manufacturing glass and ceramics and as a drug; the drug (trade names Lithane or Lithonate or Eskalith) is used to treat some forms of depression and manic episodes of manic-depressive disorder.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Lithium carbonate is commonly used in the treatment of bipolar disorder to stabilize mood swings and erratic behavior.
- A combination of lithium carbonate and other medications may be prescribed to treat depression and prevent manic episodes.
- The psychiatrist considered prescribing lithium carbonate to help balance the patient's mood and reduce symptoms of mania.
- Lithium carbonate, when used as a medication, is available in various forms, including capsules, tablets, and syrup.
- Researchers have found that lithium carbonate can also be an effective treatment for reducing the risk of suicidal behavior among individuals with depression and bipolar disorder.