lithium carbonate

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lithium carbonate

A scientist carefully measures lithium carbonate powder in a laboratory.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A chemical compound: A white, crystalline powder with the chemical formula Li₂CO₃, used industrially in the manufacture of glass, ceramics, and other materials.
    • A psychiatric medication: A drug used primarily to treat and prevent episodes of mania in bipolar disorder and to treat some forms of depression.
Usage Examples

  • Noun (Industrial Context):

    • The factory uses lithium carbonate to lower the melting point in its glass production.
    • The purity of the lithium carbonate is critical for the quality of the ceramic glaze.

  • Noun (Medical Context):

    • The doctor prescribed lithium carbonate to stabilize her mood swings.
    • Patients taking lithium carbonate require regular blood tests to monitor the dosage.
Advanced Usage
  • "to be on lithium carbonate": to be prescribed and taking this drug as a long-term treatment.
    • He has been on lithium carbonate for several years to manage his bipolar disorder.
Variants and Related Words

  • Lithium (n): The metallic element (Li) from which lithium carbonate is derived. In common medical parlance, "lithium" is often used to refer to the medication lithium carbonate.

    • The patient's lithium levels were within the therapeutic range.

  • Trade Names: The drug is sold under various brand names, including Lithane, Lithonate, and Eskalith.

    • The prescription was written for Eskalith, a form of lithium carbonate.
Synonyms
  • Li₂CO₃: The chemical formula used as a technical synonym.
  • Lithium salt: A general term, though it can refer to other lithium compounds.
Important Notes
  • Medical Use: It is classified as a mood stabilizer. Its use requires careful medical supervision due to a narrow therapeutic index, meaning the difference between an effective dose and a toxic dose is small.
  • Industrial Use: It is valued for its fluxing properties, which help other materials melt at lower temperatures.
lithium carbonate

A scientist carefully measures lithium carbonate powder in a laboratory.

Noun
  1. a white powder (LiCO3) used in manufacturing glass and ceramics and as a drug; the drug (trade names Lithane or Lithonate or Eskalith) is used to treat some forms of depression and manic episodes of manic-depressive disorder

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