Weight, renal and thyroid function and calcium levels while on lithium
at least every 6 months
tests per year, UK, at least every 6 months during treatment
“For people with depression taking lithium, assess weight, renal and thyroid function and calcium levels before treatment and then monitor at least every 6 months during treatment, or more often if there is evidence of significant renal impairment.”
NICE NG222 Depression in adults, recommendations, 2026-11-06
- Kind of source
- Clinical guideline
- Read on
- 2026-11-06
- Daily check
- Quote found at the source on 2026-11-06
- What to know
- Applies to people on lithium augmentation, a subset of people with depression.
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