Navigating Lithium: A Guide for Expectant Mothers with Bipolar Disorder

Psychopharmacology and Psychiatry Updates

In this episode, we explore the complexities of managing lithium during pregnancy for women with bipolar disorder. How do lithium levels change throughout pregnancy, and what monitoring is necessary? We discuss dosing strategies, fetal monitoring, and postpartum considerations to ensure the best outcomes for both mother and baby.

Faculty: Vivien Burt, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D.

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