Hypothyroidism (lithium-induced)
- Continue lithium if otherwise effective
- Treat overt hypothyroidism with levothyroxine
- Recheck TSH after dose changes
- Subclinical disease treatment depends on TSH/symptoms
- Lithium discontinuation is usually unnecessary
- Monitor thyroid function periodically
Use at a glance
- Continue lithium if otherwise effective
Practical pearls
- Lithium discontinuation is usually unnecessary
Choosing treatment
- Treat overt hypothyroidism with levothyroxine
- Subclinical disease treatment depends on TSH/symptoms
Monitoring / follow-up
- Recheck TSH after dose changes
- Monitor thyroid function periodically
Self-check
- What should be treated in Hypothyroidism (lithium-induced)?
overt hypothyroidism with levothyroxine.
- What should be monitored during treatment of Hypothyroidism (lithium-induced)?
thyroid function periodically.
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