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Sexual side effects (such as ejaculation problems or impotence) may occur with the use of Geodon. This eMedTV Web page further discusses Geodon sexual side effects and describes what your doctor may recommend if they do occur.
Some of the most common Geodon side effects include drowsiness, headaches, and weight gain. This eMedTV Web page describes other common side effects of Geodon and also lists serious problems that should be reported to a doctor (such as anxiety).
This eMedTV article explains that while Geodon is used mainly to treat bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, there are also some off-label Geodon uses (such as the treatment of Tourette syndrome or behavior problems in elderly people with dementia).
Geodon Warnings and Precautions
Priapism is a rare but possible side effect of Geodon. As this eMedTV segment explains, there are many important Geodon warnings and precautions to be aware of, including other possible side effects that can occur in some people who take the drug.
As this eMedTV article explains, Geodon withdrawal symptoms can include insomnia, symptoms of schizophrenia, and symptoms of bipolar disorder. This page describes the steps your doctor may take to prevent withdrawals from Geodon.
Geodon is a prescription drug used to treat bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. This eMedTV article explores Geodon effects, dosing guidelines, and possible side effects -- and also links to more information. Geodone is a common misspelling of Geodon.
A prescription drug, lamotrigine is licensed to treat bipolar disorder and epilepsy. This eMedTV selection offers a brief overview of the medication and provides a link to more information. Lamotrigene is a common misspelling of lamotrigine.
Lamotrigine is a drug that is used to treat epilepsy and bipolar disorder. This selection from the eMedTV Web site offers an in-depth look at this drug, providing information on its dosing, possible side effects, overdose symptoms, and more.
Lamotrigine dosing is very complicated, as this eMedTV article explains. This resource offers detailed information on how your healthcare provider will determine your lamotrigine dose, and also offers tips on when and how to take the medication.
Lamotrigine for Bipolar Disorder
Common side effects of lamotrigine include nausea, dizziness, and headaches. This eMedTV resource discusses these side effects in more detail, including statistics on how often they occur and side effects requiring immediate medical attention.
This page on the eMedTV Web site gives an overview of lithium, a prescription drug used to treat bipolar disorder. This page describes how it works, tips on taking the drug, and dosing information. Litheum is a common misspelling of lithium.
Lithium is a prescription drug approved to help control the symptoms of bipolar disorder. This eMedTV article provides a detailed overview of the drug, including how it works, possible side effects, and tips on when and how to take it.
Because lithium passes through breast milk, it may not be safe to take the drug when breastfeeding. This eMedTV page explains what to do if you are taking lithium and breastfeeding at the same time, including what to watch for in your nursing child.
There are several side effects of lithium, and dry mouth appears to be one of them. This page of the eMedTV library offers some suggestions that may offer relief, such as sipping water or sugarless drinks often and avoiding caffeine and alcohol.
Hair loss is a possible side effect of lithium. This selection from the eMedTV Web site explains why it's difficult to determine if hair loss is due to lithium or other factors and describes what to do if you are taking lithium and hair loss occurs.
It is generally considered unsafe to take lithium during pregnancy. This page on the eMedTV Web site explains how animal and human studies on lithium and pregnancy showed that the drug increases the risk of birth defects (specifically heart defects).
Lithium Carbonate Drug Information
The recommended starting lithium dosage will depend on several factors, which this eMedTV article describes. This page also provides the typical starting dosages for acute mania and maintenance treatment, as well as tips for taking the medication.
Drug interactions can occur when lithium is combined with other medicines, such as diuretics and ARBs. This eMedTV segment lists other medicines that can cause lithium drug interactions and explains the negative consequences that may result.
If too much lithium is taken, vomiting, blurred vision, or seizures may result. This eMedTV Web page provides additional symptoms of a lithium overdose and explains how an overdose may be treated (such as with dialysis or pumping the stomach).
Common lithium side effects include coordination problems, blurred vision, and shakiness. This eMedTV page explains how side effects of the drug usually indicate lithium toxicity. Lithium side affects is a common misspelling of lithium side effects.
Lithium side effects are generally signs of toxicity and should be immediately reported to your doctor. This eMedTV Web page outlines these side effects and explains what your healthcare provider will do if you develop any of them.
Toxicity is common in people taking lithium because the effective dose is close to the toxic dose. This eMedTV resource explains how lithium toxicity is determined and describes some symptoms to watch out for.
Although it is not a cure for bipolar disorder, lithium can help control the symptoms of the condition. This eMedTV resource provides detailed information on how lithium works, its use in children, and a list of several off-label lithium uses.
Lithium Warnings and Precautions
This eMedTV Web page describes several lithium warnings and precautions people should be aware of prior to taking it. This page explains what to tell your doctor before starting lithium and provides a list of those who should avoid the drug.
Lithobid is a medicine that can be prescribed to treat bipolar disorder (also known as manic depression). This eMedTV Web page provides an overview of the drug, explaining how it works, potential side effects, and general dosing guidelines.
Lithium is approved for treating bipolar disorder and works by affecting certain brain chemicals. This eMedTV resource describes lithium in more detail and offers general precautions for taking the drug. Lithuim is a common misspelling of lithium.
Lithium is often prescribed to treat bipolar disorder. This portion of the eMedTV library explores some potential side effects of the drug and offers general dosing information. Lithuim carbonate is a common misspelling and variation of lithium.
Lithium is a prescription drug that is used to treat bipolar disorder. This eMedTV page offers an overview of how the drug works and possible side effects. It also provides a link to more information. Lithum is a common misspelling of lithium.
This eMedTV resource explains that lithium is a prescription drug that controls bipolar disorder symptoms by affecting certain brain chemicals. This page also covers the factors that may affect your dosage. Lythium is a common misspelling of lithium.
Medications for Bipolar Disorder
There are several medications for bipolar disorder available, each with its advantages and disadvantages. This eMedTV segment describes the different types of medications currently available and explains situations in which each one might be used.
Olanzapine is a drug that is used for treating schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. This eMedTV segment offers a brief overview of the drug and provides a link to more information. Olanzapina is a common misspelling of olanzapine
Olanzapine is a medication that is used to treat bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. This selection from the eMedTV archives offers an overview of olanzapine, including information on its uses, dosing guidelines, and possible side effects.
For patients with bipolar disorder, the recommended starting olanzapine dosage is 10 mg to 15 mg once daily. This eMedTV Web page provides an overview of olanzapine dosing, and also includes information on when and how to take the drug.
Olanzapine side effects can include insomnia, weight gain, and drowsiness. This eMedTV page covers these and other side effects that may occur with olanzapine, including serious side effects to report to your doctor (such as a high fever).
Olanzapine is a drug that is used for the treatment of bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. This eMedTV article gives an overview of olanzapine effects, dosing guidelines, and overdose symptoms. Olanzepine is a common misspelling of olanzapine.
This eMedTV page explains that olanzapine (a drug used to treat bipolar disorder and schizophrenia) works by affecting certain chemicals in the brain. This page offers a brief overview of this drug. Olanzipine is a common misspelling of olanzapine.
This eMedTV article discusses olanzapine, a drug used to treat bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. This resource offers a quick overview of this drug and provides a link to more information. Olanzopine is a common misspelling of olanzapine.