Posted by SheilaC on January 8, 2011, at 16:55:13
In reply to Re: Lithium for depression » SheilaC, posted by floatingbridge on January 8, 2011, at 16:32:34
> Shelia,
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> My own doc was very optimistic about the add-on, so lithium low dose is effective for some. I'm at 300 (did I say that already?), and pdoc might have pushed it higher, but I have thyroid issues.
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> Some also add minute amounts of t3, though I mention that with caution because it created peaks and valleys-- not what you need. I have heard of t3 prescriptions for compounded slow release, but every doc I've mention it to hasn't heard of it.
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> Sounds like you've got a great doc that works with you.
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> Best,
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> fb
Yea, I've already got thyroid issues and take Synthroid for my hypothyroidism. I guess that's why also maybe a low dose of Lithium might help with depression, but not totally kill my thyroid.I'm sure my doc will make me get bloodwork even with low dose lith.
Do you find low dose lithium to help with depression?
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