| lithium | The lightest alkali metal, although it has the largest hydrated cation. Important as an antidepressant and is thought to act by inhibiting the regeneration of inositol from IP3 and thus reducing the efficiency of the phosphatidyl inositol signalling pathways. (18 Nov 1997) |
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| lithium bromide | LiBr;a white deliquescent powder, used as a sedative and hypnotic. (05 Mar 2000) |
| lithium carbonate | This compound is used to treat manic depression. (09 Oct 1997) |
| lithium chloride | <chemical> A salt of lithium that has been used experimentally as an immunomodulator. Pharmacological action: adjuvants, immunologic, antimanic agents. Chemical name: Lithium chloride (LiCl) (12 Dec 1998) |
| lithium citrate | Li3C6H5O7-4H2O;a diuretic and antirheumatic, also used in the treatment of manic psychosis. (05 Mar 2000) |
| lithium compounds | Inorganic compounds that contain lithium as an integral part of the molecule. (12 Dec 1998) |
| lithium tungstate | Used in electron microscopy as a negative stain. (05 Mar 2000) |
| effervescent lithium citrate | A preparation containing lithium citrate, sodium bicarbonate, tartaric acid, and citric acid; same use as potassium or sodium citrate. (05 Mar 2000) |
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