All of the following statements about lithium therapy are true EXCEPT
A) lithium is an antidepressant.
B) lithium is a mood-stabilizing drug.
C) dosage must be carefully regulated to prevent toxicity.
D) The side effects of lithium are less serious than those of other antidepressants.
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