Lithium for preventing mood episode relapse
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests if lithium can help prevent mood episodes from returning in people with bipolar disorder or major depressive disorder. It aims to see if lithium is a safe and effective longer-term treatment.
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Who can take part
- You must be between 55 and 70 years old.
- You must have a diagnosis of major depressive disorder or bipolar disorder (type I or II).
- You must be willing to take lithium and attend study visits.
- You must not have severe kidney, thyroid, or other unstable medical conditions.
- You must not have active suicidal thoughts with a plan.
- You must not have dementia or be dependent on alcohol in the past month.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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