As pointed out by Carey, some people experience side effects while taking lithium, which is consumed as a tablet.
According to the National Alliance on social media, some of the side effects can include dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, and headaches.
If someone with bipolar uses lithium, their thyroid function will be checked yearly, or every two to three months if the dose has been changed.
Taking lithium, according to studies, can inhibit the release of thyroid hormone from the thyroid gland.