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Lithium NDI

Lithium can be toxic if the dose is not carefully monitored and controlled. An acquired form of diabetes insipidus (NDI)can be one result.

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About Lithium NDI
Lithium is often given to patients with manic-depressive disorder and is usually very effective in such conditions, but can be toxic if the dose is not carefully monitored and controlled. Lithium can have a number of side effects, including an acquired form of nephrogenic (kidney-related) diabetes insipidus (NDI).

Lithium Induced NDI
How lithium can damage the kidneys and cause diabetes.

NDI FAQ
Only contains two questions at this time: How does a person get NDI from taking lithium?; Can a person recover from lithium induced NDI?

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