The most significant problem associated with the use of lithium in the treatment of affective disorders is
A) its low therapeutic index
B) its low efficacy rate
C) its high cost
D) the requirement to maintain low sodium intake
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A)be significantly
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A)reduce catecholamine reuptake
B)enhance catecholamine synthesis
C)enhance
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