THYROX 50 Tablet 120’s
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*120 Tablet(s) in a Strip
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* Country of Origin: India
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INTRODUCTION ABOUT THYROX 50 TABLET
THYROX 50 TABLET contains Thyroxine,
which belongs to the group of medicines called Synthetic thyroid
hormones. It is used in the management of hypothyroidism. THYROX 50
TABLET is not recommended for use if you have unmanageed
hyperthyroidism, unmanageed subclinical or overt thyrotoxicosis,
unmanageed adrenal insufficiency, or pituitary insufficiency. Consult
your doctor before taking it.
THYROX 50 TABLET should be used
with caution in patients with coronary heart disease such as acute
myocardial infarction, acute myocarditis, acute pancarditis, angina
pectoris, and hypertension. Consult your doctor before taking it. THYROX
50 TABLET can be used safely in pregnant and breastfeeding women and
requires dose adjustment. Consult your doctor before taking it.
The
most common side effects of taking THYROX 50 TABLET are increased
appetite, weight variations, headache, vomiting, diarrhea, changes in
the menstrual cycle, fever, sensitivity to heat, cramps, and mood
swings. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects worsen.
USES OF THYROX 50 TABLET
- To manage hypothyroidism
HOW THYROX 50 TABLET WORKS
THYROX
50 TABLET contains thyroxine, which controls the entire metabolic
activity of the body and is very important for the proper functioning of
our body.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Take
THYROX 50 TABLET in the morning on an empty stomach at least half an
hour before breakfast or as directed by the physician. Swallow the
medicine with a glass of water. Do not chew the medicine. Your doctor
will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending
on your age, body weight, and disease condition.
SIDE EFFECTS OF THYROX 50 TABLET
COMMON
- Increased appetite
- Weight variations
- Headache
- Vomiting, diarrhoea
- Changes in the menstrual cycle
- Fever
- Sensitivity to heat
- Cramps and mood swings
HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS
Diarrhea
Drink
lots of fluids, such as water or fruit juices, to keep yourself
hydrated. Do not take any medicine on your own to manage diarrhea.
Contact your doctor if your diarrhea does not improve.
Headache
Rest
and relax. Drink plenty of fluids, such as water or ORS (Oral
Rehydrating Solution), and apply a pain-relieving balm to the head if
necessary. Contact your doctor if your headache does not improve.
Nausea And Vomiting
Take
THYROX 50 TABLET with a meal. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oily
or spicy food. Contact your doctor if your vomiting does not improve.
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
PREGNANCY
Consult your doctor
THYROX 50 TABLET can be used for women who are pregnant or are planning conception. Consult your doctor before taking it.
BREASTFEEDING
Consult your doctor
THYROX 50 TABLET can be used for breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking it.
DRIVING AND USING MACHINES
Use with Caution
THYROX 50 TABLET does not have any influence on the ability to drive or operate any machine.
KIDNEY
Consult your doctor
THYROX 50 TABLET does not have any significant effect on patients with kidney disease. Consult your doctor before taking it.
LIVER
Use with Caution
THYROX
50 TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver disease
due to impaired metabolism. Consult your doctor before taking it.
ALLERGY
Contraindicated
Do not take THYROX 50 TABLET if you are allergic to thyroxine or any other ingredients in this medicine.
HEART DISEASE
Use with Caution
THYROX
50 TABLET should be used with caution in patients with coronary heart
disease such as acute myocardial infarction, acute myocarditis, acute
pancarditis, angina pectoris, and hypertension. Consult your doctor
before taking it.
USE IN PEDIATRICS
Contraindicated
THYROX 50 TABLET is not recommended for use in children and neonates under 2 years of age. Consult your doctor before taking it.
USE IN GERIATRICS
Use with Caution
THYROX
50 TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65
years and above). Consult your doctor before taking THYROX 50 TABLET.
OTHERS
THYROX 50 TABLET is not recommended for use if you:
- Have unmanageed hyperthyroidism
- Have unmanageed subclinical or overt thyrotoxicosis
- Have unmanageed adrenal insufficiency
- Have unmanageed pituitary insufficiency
Before taking THYROX 50 TABLET, inform your doctor if you:
- Have severe or chronic hypothyroidism
- Have a history of thyroid cancer
- Have diabetes mellitus or insipidus
- Have pituitary and/or adrenocortical insufficiency
- Have thyroid autonomy
- Have secondary hypothyroidism or panhypopituitarism
- Have a history of fits
- Have myxoedema
- Have malabsorption syndrome
INTERACTIONS
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
Before taking THYROX 50 TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:
- Cholestyramine,
colestipol, clofibrate, simvastatin, and lovastatin (medicines used to
manage high cholesterol levels in the blood) - Calcium, aluminium, magnesium, and iron supplements
- Polystyrene sulfonates, kayexalate (used to manage high potassium levels in the blood)
- Lanthanum, sevelamer (used to manage high phosphate levels in the blood)
- Pantoprazole, rabeprazole, and sucralfate (medicines used to manage stomach ulcers)
- Soya products and a high-fiber diet
- Orlistat (a medicine used to reduce weight loss)
- Propylthiouracil (used to manage hyperthyroidism)
- Glucocorticoids (medicines used to manage inflammatory and autoimmune diseases) Ex. cortisone, prednisone
- Propranolol (used to manage heart problems)
- Lithium (used to manage mania)
- Beta receptor blockers (medicines used to manage heart problems) Ex. propranolol, atenolol
- Amiodarone (used to manage irregular heartbeats)
- Iodinated contrast media (used in imaging techniques)
- Salicylates (used to manage pain, fever, and inflammation) Ex. aspirin
- Furosemide (used to manage heart problems)
- Anticonvulsants such as carbamazepine and phenytoin (used to manage fits)
- Oestrogen based contraceptives (medicines used to manage fertilization) Ex. ethinylestradiol, norethindrone
- Sertraline, amitriptyline, and imipramine (medicines used to manage depression)
- Chloroquine or proguanil (used to manage malaria)
- Tyrosine kinase inhibitors (Ex. imatinib and sunitinib)
- Barbiturates
- Rifampicin (used to manage tuberculosis)
- St. John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum), an herbal medicine used to manage depression
- Protease inhibitors, Ex. ritonavir (used to manage viral infections)
- Methadone (used to manage pain)
- 5-flutouracil (used to manage cancer)
- Coumarin derivatives (medicines used to manage blood clotting) Ex. warfarin
- Digitalis (used to manage heart conditions)
- Sympathomimetic agents (Ex. adrenaline), used to manage severe allergic reactions, cardiac arrest
- Insulin or other anti-diabetic therapy Ex. metformin (used to manage diabetes mellitus)
Overdosage:
If
you or anyone else accidentally took more THYROX 50 TABLET, consult
your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Overdosage may
cause hyperthyroidism, and symptoms include agitation, confusion,
irritability, hyperactivity, headache, sweating, mydriasis, fast
heartbeat, irregular heartbeat, fast breathing, fever, increased bowel
movements, and fits. Psychiatric symptoms associated with
hyperthyroidism may also occur, including affectability, fatigue,
anxiety, and nervousness. In severe cases, it causes a thyrotoxic crisis
and leads to seizures, cardiac arrhythmias, heart failure, and coma.
| Weight | 125 g |
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