Lithium citrate
Lithium Citrate
Lithium citrate (pronunciation: LITH-ee-um SIT-rate) is a chemical compound used primarily in the treatment of bipolar disorder and other mood disorders. It is a salt that is formed by combining lithium and citric acid.
Etymology
The term "lithium" originates from the Greek word "lithos," meaning stone, as lithium was first discovered in mineral form. "Citrate" is derived from "citric acid," which was first isolated from lemon juice by the Swedish chemist Carl Wilhelm Scheele in 1784.
Usage
Lithium citrate is used as a mood stabilizer in the treatment of bipolar disorder, helping to reduce the frequency and severity of manic episodes. It can also be used to treat depression and certain other mood disorders. Lithium works by affecting the flow of sodium through nerve and muscle cells in the body, which affects excitation or mania.
Related Terms
- Bipolar disorder: A mental health condition characterized by extreme mood swings that include emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression).
- Mood disorders: Psychological disorders characterized by a serious change in mood.
- Lithium: A soft, silver-white metal used in manufacturing and medicine.
- Citric acid: A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits. It is a natural preservative and is also used to add an acidic (sour) taste to foods and soft drinks.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Lithium citrate
- Wikipedia's article - Lithium citrate
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