Lithonate (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
- The doctor prescribed her Lithonate to help manage her bipolar disorder and alleviate her symptoms of depression.
- Lithonate is often used in the production of glass and ceramics due to its ability to lower the melting point and improve durability.
- After years of struggling with mania and depression, she found relief with the help of her therapist and a steady regimen of Lithonate.
- Research has shown that Lithonate can be effective in reducing the severity of manic episodes in some patients with manic-depressive disorder.
- The company specializes in creating customized ceramic pieces using a special blend that includes Lithonate.