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Lithium side effects in elderly bipolar outpatients.

R C Chacko1, B J Marsh, J Marmion

  • 1Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas 77036.

The Hillside Journal of Clinical Psychiatry
|January 1, 1987
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Lithium treatment for geriatric bipolar disorder patients showed common side effects like thirst and tremor. However, these were generally well-tolerated, indicating safe use with proper monitoring.

Area of Science:

  • Geriatric psychiatry
  • Pharmacology
  • Clinical psychology

Background:

  • Bipolar disorder affects geriatric populations.
  • Lithium is a common treatment for bipolar disorder.
  • Side effects of lithium in the elderly require careful assessment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the incidence, bothersomeness, and intensity of medication side effects in geriatric bipolar patients treated with lithium.
  • To examine the influence of subject variables on reported side effects.

Main Methods:

  • A group of 19 geriatric patients diagnosed with bipolar disorder and treated with lithium were interviewed.
  • Data collected focused on the occurrence and severity of medication side effects.

Main Results:

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  • The most frequently reported side effects included excessive thirst, hand tremor, excessive urination, and dry mouth.
  • Despite experiencing multiple side effects, patients generally tolerated them with minimal intensity and bothersomeness.
  • Subject variables did not significantly alter the reported side effect profile.

Conclusions:

  • Lithium can be safely administered to geriatric bipolar patients.
  • Proper precautions and consistent monitoring are crucial for managing lithium side effects in this population.
  • The study highlights the generally favorable tolerability of lithium in elderly individuals with bipolar disorder.