Lithium: Implications for Bone Health

10/06/2025 10 min
Lithium: Implications for Bone Health

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In this episode, we explore lithium's surprising positive effect on bone mineral density in patients with bipolar disorder. Could the medication many psychiatrists use as a mood stabilizer also be protecting patients from osteoporosis? Faculty: Paul Zarkowski, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D. Learn more about our membership here Earn 0.5 CME: Quick Take Vol. 68 Can Lithium Protect Against Osteoporosis?