Lithium (Li)

Overview

Neuropsychic trace element - mood and sleep disorders

Oligotherapy Profile

Symbol

Li

Terrain Type

Neuropsychic modulator

Typical Dose

0.5-2mg

Therapeutic Properties

• Mood regulator
• Natural anxiolytic
• Sleep inducer
• Emotional stabilizer
• Neuroprotector

Indications

• Mild anxiety
• Sleep disorders
• Irritability
• Nervousness
• Emotional instability
• Child hyperemotivity

Recommended Dosage

1 ampoule in evening 30 min before bedtime. May repeat during day if anxious (max 3/day).

Contraindications

• Kidney failure
• Lithium medication treatment
• Dehydration
• Strict salt-free diet

Safety Profile

• Pregnancy : ✗ Not recommended
• Breastfeeding : ✗ Not recommended
• Children : ✓ Compatible

References

1. Ménétrier J. La Médecine des Fonctions. Paris: Le François, 1974