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How Long Lithium Will Take To Completely Exit From Blood Stream?
hello im natalie i have been on 1250mg of lithium per day for 3 years i have stopped suddenly 3 days ago because im wanting to get pregnant soon. i feel fine however how long does it takes for the lithium to exit my blood stream completely? second question im on estelle 35 just so i know when my menstraul cycle is coming my next question is how long is a normal period becayse i think it only went for three day? thanks natalie:)
Wed, 14 Nov 2018
Hello,
It takes around three to four weeks.
You can do a blood lithium assay to assess the severity.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
It takes around three to four weeks.
You can do a blood lithium assay to assess the severity.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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