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Definition of Lithium carbonate
1. Noun. A white powder (LiCO3) used in manufacturing glass and ceramics and as a drug; the drug (trade names Lithane or Lithonate or Eskalith) is used to treat some forms of depression and manic episodes of manic-depressive disorder.
Exact synonyms: Eskalith, Lithane, Lithonate
Generic synonyms: Antipsychotic, Antipsychotic Agent, Antipsychotic Drug, Major Tranquilizer, Major Tranquilliser, Major Tranquillizer, Neuroleptic, Neuroleptic Agent, Neuroleptic Drug, Carbonate
Generic synonyms: Antipsychotic, Antipsychotic Agent, Antipsychotic Drug, Major Tranquilizer, Major Tranquilliser, Major Tranquillizer, Neuroleptic, Neuroleptic Agent, Neuroleptic Drug, Carbonate
Medical Definition of Lithium carbonate
1. This compound is used to treat manic depression. (09 Oct 1997)