Eskalith

Active Ingredient(s): Lithium
FDA Approved: * April 6, 1970
Pharm Company: * GLAXOSMITHKLINE
Category: Bipolar Disorder

Lithium compounds, also known as lithium salts, are primarily used as a psychiatric medication.[2] They are primarily used to treat bipolar disorder and treat major depressive disorder that does not improve following the use of antidepressants.[2] In these disorders, it reduces the risk of suicide.[3] Lithium is taken orally.[2] Common side effects include increased urination, shakiness of the hands, and increased thirst.[... [wikipedia]

* May have multiple approval dates, manufacturers, or labelers.
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