Lithium may cause anterograde amnesia, slightly slowed motor movement, and diminished creativity; however, those symptoms could be associated with bipolar disorder itself as opposed to lithium use.

Lithium side effects may include diarrhea, rash, hair thinning, weight gain, and more. Lithium is a mood stabilizer used to treat bipolar disorder, a condition that involves episodes of depression, ...

Lithium is often a long-term treatment for bipolar disorder. It can decrease the intensity of manic and depressive episodes, making symptoms less severe. This article looks at the uses of lithium and ...

Extreme heat can worsen the negative side effects of several psychiatric medications, experts told the NYT. Those who take lithium or antidepressants are particularly vulnerable to this summer's heat ...