Although lithium can effectively treat bipolar disorder, one problem is that ____.
A) it is too expensive for most patients to afford
B) in large doses, it can produce severe memory loss
C) it interacts with the tyramine in certain foods to produce a life-threatening side effect
D) it has serious side effects that can occur if blood levels of lithium are not regularly monitored

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Lithium treatment for bipolar disorder requires regular monitoring of blood levels to avoid serious side effects, as its therapeutic range is narrow and toxicity can occur if levels become too high.

Although Lithium Can Effectively Treat Bipolar Disorder, One Problem Is