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Posted by sheilac on May 28, 2011, at 7:49:17
I started taking Lithium this week and it has really helped. I am taking 450mg a day. I do have a salty taste in my mouth, so I am drinking lots of water.
I also feel itchy. Has anyone experienced this? I am wondering if it will go away once my body gets used to it or if I need to drop my dose.
So far, no other side effects.
Posted by jms600 on May 28, 2011, at 11:11:34
In reply to Itchy from Lithium?, posted by sheilac on May 28, 2011, at 7:49:17
> I started taking Lithium this week and it has really helped. I am taking 450mg a day. I do have a salty taste in my mouth, so I am drinking lots of water.
>
> I also feel itchy. Has anyone experienced this? I am wondering if it will go away once my body gets used to it or if I need to drop my dose.
>
> So far, no other side effects.
>
>
Hmmm, that's an odd one to me. I do get a slight thirst/dry mouth from lithium but have never experienced any problems with itching. Well, not that I have noticed anyway. I take 600mg per day.
Posted by Phillipa on May 28, 2011, at 12:47:35
In reply to Re: Itchy from Lithium?, posted by jms600 on May 28, 2011, at 11:11:34
Stupid I know but could it be the salt like itchy skin from salt water? I know but just a thought. Phillipa
Posted by Christ_empowered on May 28, 2011, at 13:37:09
In reply to Re: Itchy from Lithium?, posted by Phillipa on May 28, 2011, at 12:47:35
I seem to recall reading that lithium can cause skin issues. Is it all over, or just certain spots?
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