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Mood Stabilizers

Mood stabilizers are used to treat bipolar disorder. They work by slowing down abnormal electrical activity in the brain.

Why are mood stabilizers prescribed?

  1. Bipolar Disorder (100%)

Key takeaways

Lithium (Lithobid) is a mood stabilizer that treats manic symptoms associated with bipolar disorder and other mental health conditions. It's not clear exactly how lithium works, but it seems to help balance chemicals in your brain to prevent extreme highs and lows.

Prices for popular Mood Stabilizers medications
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lithium carbonate

as low as$4
LITHIUM treats bipolar disorder. It works by balancing substances in your brain that help regulate mood, behaviors, and thoughts.
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Lithobid (lithium ER)

as low as$20
LITHIUM treats bipolar disorder. It works by balancing substances in your brain that help regulate mood, behaviors, and thoughts.
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lithium

as low as$33
LITHIUM treats bipolar disorder. It works by balancing substances in your brain that help regulate mood, behaviors, and thoughts.
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Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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