A Doctor Prescribing Lithium Should NEVER Say

A doctor prescribing lithium should NEVER say:

A) "In order for this drug to work, you need to take quantities that are within the range of potentially dangerous side effects."
B) "We are going to 'target dose' your lithium: when you feel symptoms coming on, take your medication."
C) "Along with the benefits of mood stabilization you may experience increased thirst and weight gain along with a sense of lethargy."
D) "This drug has a narrow range of effectiveness, so you need to have your blood levels monitored often."