| Note |
See how conventional and slow release lithium compare. The authors of two recent comparisons between Camcolit and two types of slow release lithium concluded that there is no therapeutic basis for the administration of slow release lithium preparations in preference to Camcolit. As their studies show, there is no significant difference in the rate of absorption or excretion of the two types, despite the disparity in their rates of release in vitro. The authors do state, however, that there are sound economic grounds for preferring Camcolit. In fact, slow release lithium can cost almost twice as much - so in the treatment and prophylaxis of mania, manic-depressive illness and recurrent depression, Camcolit offers maximum therapeutic effect at minimum cost. Camcolit maximum effect at minimum cost. |
