Lithicarb (lithium)

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I was hoping somebody may be able to help me. I was taking 2x250mg tabs of LITHICARB morning & night & due to weight gain weened myself off of them approx 4 weeks ago. I felt fine at first however the last two weeks have suffered badly from depression & feel extremely angry. Some days I am ok but have felt worse & worse. Do you think this could be the fact that I've stopped the Lithicarb? I am puzzled as I felt fine at first. I have been feeling a little off colour & often get depressed when unwell but this seems extreme. Thanks in advance.

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Hello, Aj! How are you doing? Are you still suffering depression?

What were you taking it to treat?

It isn't a cure, it just helps with the symptoms, so if you were taking it to control manic depression or some similar condition, it is natural for that to return, if you stop taking it.

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Im on 1500 mgs of Lithium Carbonate along with a mix of mood stabilizers and antidepressants . I have had some great success with Lithium over the years however my Dr kept increasing the dose. The weight gain is a concern for me. I've gained 30 lbs

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