A Doctor Prescribing Lithium Should NEVER Say

A doctor prescribing lithium should NEVER say

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