Euthyrox 50 mcg tablets 100 pcs

Levothyrxine tablets 50 mcg What is levothyrxine and what is its use: levothyrxine is a hormone thyroid drug used to compensate for deficiency of hormone thyroid in your body. It is used to treat the following indications: • hypothyroidism, a medical condition that leads to the thyroid gland secreting less than the usual amount of hormone thyroid. The function of hormone thyroid is to regulate your metabolism. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include: intolerance to cold, muscle pains, hair loss, deep voice, fatigue, weight gain, dry skin, and peeling. • tumors that respond to TSH (type of thyroid tumor). Do not take levothyrxine• if you are allergic to levothyrxine, or any other components contained in this medicine. Tell your doctor about the symptoms you felt. • if you suffer from uncorrected adrenal insufficiency (hypofunction of adrenal glands located in your kidneys). Precautions and warnings • Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you experience allergic reactions such as shortness of breath, rash, swelling of face or neck, low blood pressure, dizziness. • Talk to your doctor if you have any signs or symptoms of heart problems such as: shortness of breath, fatigue with exertion, chest pain, peripheral swelling, rapid or slow heartbeat. Make sure to inform your doctor of any heart disease you have. • Your doctor may recommend periodic tests of thyroid hormone to ensure your levels are normal. • Be sure to inform your doctor of any adrenal gland problems you have before starting this medication. • This medicine may affect blood glucose levels if you have diabetes (high blood sugar). Dose adjustment of your diabetes medications and careful regular monitoring of blood glucose levels are required. • This medicine may negatively affect your bone density if you take an overdose. Possible side effects of levothyrxine include side effects of hyperthyroidism if taken in excess doses such as: increased blood pressure or heart rate, shortness of breath, exertion fatigue, chest pain, peripheral swelling, palpitations, seizures, fatigue, weight loss, heat intolerance, fever, sweating, headache, anxiety, nervousness, muscle weakness, tremors, difficulty breathing, diarrhea, abdominal pain, vomiting, increased liver enzymes, hair loss, rash, decreased bone density, weakness, fertility issues, and irregular menstruation. Other medications and levothyrxine Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken or might take any of the following medications: • if you are taking dietary supplements containing calcium or iron. • if you are taking Orlistat (used for constipation). • if you are taking bile acid (used to treat high cholesterol levels). • if you are taking ion exchange resins (used to treat abnormal electrolyte levels). • if you are taking proton pump inhibitors, sucralfate, or antacids (used to treat excess stomach acidity). • if you are taking simethicone (used for bloating). • if you are taking birth control pills containing estrogen. • if you are taking clofibrate (used to lower triglycerides and cholesterol levels). • if you are taking steroids. • if you are taking carbamazepine, phenobarbital, or phenytoin (used for seizures). • if you are taking furosemide (diuretic). • if you are taking rifampin (used to treat tuberculosis). • if you are taking beta blockers (used to treat high blood pressure and some heart problems). • if you are taking amiodarone (used to treat arrhythmias). • if you are taking diabetes medications. • if you are taking blood thinners. • if you are taking digoxin (used for some heart problems). • if you are taking antidepressants. • if you are taking tyrosine kinase inhibitors (used to treat some cancers). How to take levothyrxine: Adults: The general recommended initial dose is 1.6 micrograms/kg/day. The dose is adjusted with increases of 25–12.5 micrograms every 6-4 weeks until thyroid hormone levels reach normal. Then, thyroid hormone levels are checked every 12-6 months thereafter. The initial dose is not fixed and may change based on response and severity. Pregnant women may also need higher doses depending on thyroid hormone levels. Children: Doses depend on weight. Take your dose as prescribed by your doctor. Careful monitoring of thyroid hormone levels every 4-2 weeks until levels are normal, and every 12-3 months thereafter until growth is complete is required. • Take the tablet as a once daily dose. • Take on an empty stomach, half an hour to an hour before breakfast. • Take tablets at least 4 hours before or after calcium, iron, and antacids. • Take the tablet with a full glass of water. How to store levothyrxine • Keep the medicine at a temperature between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius. • Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets. • Do not use the medicine after the expiration date printed on the package. • Keep the medicine in its original container to protect from moisture. • Do not take damaged tablets. • Do not dispose of the medicine in wastewater or household waste. Product details: Product type: Tablets Brand: Atherox Quantity: 100 tablets Product model: Tablets