Problem description: I am eating lithium carbonate and magnesium valproate, and blood will be drawn at 8 am tomorrow morning to determine the blood concentration. What time do I start tonight on an empty stomach without drinking water or eating? What should I do if I have to take medicine before going to bed?
Question date:2020-11-22
Patient information:Age: 19 years old Gender: Female
Question analysis: Hello. Generally speaking, in this case, you need to go to the hospital on an empty stomach. The so-called fasting takes more than 8 hours without eating or drinking.
Guiding suggestions: It is recommended that it is best not to eat or drink after 8:00 in the evening. This is more appropriate, so as not to affect the patient’s examination results.
Recommendations are for reference only. If the problem is serious, please go to the hospital for detailed inspection