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----- Original Message ----- From: "Barbara" <[log in to unmask]> To: <[log in to unmask]> Sent: Sunday, November 19, 2000 12:37 AM Subject: Lithium ..... I need help > Hello Everyone, > > I need help with lithium. > > My neuro referred me to a Parkinson Specialist - neuro, who suggested I try > lithium carbonate for cramps caused by Sinimet. > > I started with 600mg after blood tests it was increased to 800mg. > > This is my 6th day on lithium, 2nd day on higher dose. > > I have new temors with lithium. > > Getting a bit nervous waiting for cramping to go away. > > Is there anyone besides William Harshaw who has tried lithium for cramps. > > I would really appreciate any group support you can give me. > > Thank you ........ Barbara Jensen 52/6 > Barbara-- I just posted in response to Katryn's response to your post--mea culpa! The new tremors can be a indication of too high a dosage of lithiium. PLEASE call your MD or an emergency room and describe your symtoms and get an evaluation--TODAY! A friend of mine was taking lithium. He began haviing hand tremors and diarrhea . Over a weekend (while waiting to see his MD on Monday) he began having problems wth his heart rhythm. After several days in the cardiac ICU--turned out to be too much lithum. Get a consut--better safe than sorry. EJ Bryan 53/40/13