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Renal function in children receiving long-term lithium prophylaxis.

S K Khandelwal, V K Varma, R Srinivasa Murthy

    The American Journal of Psychiatry
    |February 1, 1984
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    Long-term lithium carbonate treatment in children did not impair kidney function. Renal function remained normal in four pediatric patients over 3-5 years with therapeutic serum lithium levels.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Nephrology
    • Pharmacology

    Background:

    • Lithium carbonate is a mood stabilizer used in pediatric bipolar disorder.
    • Long-term effects of lithium on pediatric renal function require further investigation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess the impact of extended lithium carbonate treatment on kidney function in children.

    Main Methods:

    • Evaluation of tubular and glomerular renal functions in four pediatric patients.
    • Monitoring of serum lithium levels over a 3-5 year period.

    Main Results:

    • No impairment in tubular or glomerular renal functions was observed.
    • Serum lithium levels were consistently maintained within the therapeutic range (0.5-1.0 meq/liter).
    • No significant side effects related to lithium treatment were reported.

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    Conclusions:

    • Lithium carbonate treatment for 3-5 years appears safe for pediatric renal function.
    • Maintaining therapeutic serum lithium levels is crucial for efficacy and safety in children.