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Lithium Carbonate
Medical Definition: | A lithium salt, classified as a mood-stabilizing agent. Lithium ion alters the metabolism of BIOGENIC MONOAMINES in the CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM, and affects multiple neurotransmission systems. | |
Also Called: | CP-15,467-61,Eskalith,Lithane,Lithium Bicarbonate,Lithobid,Lithonate,Lithotabs,Micalith,NSC-16895,Priadel,Quilinorm-retard | |
CAS Type 1 Name: | CAS Number: | 554-13-2 |
Previously Indexed: | Lithium (1966-1991),Tranquilizing Agents (1966-1991) |
Lithium Carbonate Medical Definitions and Terms
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