A 55-year-old woman on lithium for bipolar disorder develops tremor and confusion after starting ibuprofen. The most likely mechanism?...

Question

A 55-year-old woman on lithium for bipolar disorder develops tremor and confusion after starting ibuprofen. The most likely mechanism?

Accepted Answer

Reduced renal clearance leading to lithium accumulation

Answer

Decreased absorption of lithium

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Increased lithium clearance via kidneys

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Reduced protein binding of lithium

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Hepatic enzyme induction

prescribing safety assessment MCQ (SBA): Lithium Toxicity