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Treatment of lithium toxicity:
Admission may be required for {{c1::dehydration}} and administration of {{c1::anticonvulsants}} depending on
severity.
{{c2::Osmotic}} diuresis or forced {{c2::alkaline}} diuresis.
{{c3::Haemodialysis}} may be needed where serum levels are greater than 3mmol/l, coma supervenes, or if
there is no response to supportive measures over 24 hours.
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