Posted by Cam W. on July 30, 2000, at 11:55:22
In reply to Olanzapine-Lithium and Emesis, posted by Jade on July 30, 2000, at 10:21:13
Jade - How long have you been taking the lithium and what is the dose you are taking? Are you taking the lithium with a meal? Do you have any other side effects (eg diarrhea, vertigo, muscle weakness)? Are your lithium blood levels within a normal range? Are you taking the regular or long acting form of lithium?
Don't stop the lithium. Ask your doc if you can split the lithium dose (am & pm) or maybe try taking the lithium and olanzapine at least an hour or two apart. Taking a long acting form of lithium (eg Duralith - in Canada) can decrease some of the nausea, as can taking it with food.
The nausea should go away with use, within the first month. Stick with it, but also ask your doc for his/her suggestions.
Hope this helps - Cam.
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