Atherox 25 mg 100 tablets

🔹 What is Levothyroxine and its use Levothyroxine is a thyroid hormone medication used to replace the deficiency of thyroid hormone available in your body. It is used to treat the following indications: Hypothyroidism, which is a medical condition that leads to the thyroid gland secreting less than the usual amount of thyroid hormone. The function of thyroid hormone 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 Levothyroxine If you are allergic to Levothyroxine or any other components contained in this medication If you suffer from uncorrected adrenal insufficiency 🔹 Precautions and warnings Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you experience allergic reactions such as shortness of breath, rash, facial or neck swelling, low blood pressure, or 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, or changes in heart rate Your doctor may recommend periodic thyroid hormone tests to ensure levels are normal Make sure to inform your doctor of any adrenal gland problems before starting this medication This medication may affect blood glucose levels in diabetic patients, which may require adjustment of diabetes medications This medication can negatively affect bone density if taken in higher doses than required 🔹 Possible side effects of Levothyroxine Possible side effects include symptoms of hyperthyroidism in case of overdose, such as: increased blood pressure or heart rate, shortness of breath, fatigue with exertion, chest pain, peripheral swelling, palpitations, seizures, weight loss, loss of appetite, heat intolerance, fever, sweating, headache, anxiety, nervousness, muscle weakness, tremors, difficulty breathing, diarrhea, abdominal pain, vomiting, elevated liver enzymes, hair loss, rash, decreased bone density, reduced fertility, and irregular menstrual cycles. 🔹 Other medications and Levothyroxine Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any of the following: Calcium or iron supplements Orlistat Bile acids Ion exchange resins Proton pump inhibitors, sucralfate, antacids Simethicone Birth control pills containing estrogen Clovibrate Stimulants Carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin Furosemide Rifampin Beta blockers Amiodarone Screms medications Digoxin Antidepressants Thyroid kinase inhibitors 🔹 How to take Levothyroxine Adults The general recommended initial dose is 1.6 micrograms/kg/day, and the dose is adjusted with increases of 12.5–25 micrograms every 4–6 weeks until reaching normal thyroid hormone levels, then follow-up every 6–12 months. Pregnant women may need higher doses depending on hormone levels. Children Doses depend on weight and are determined by the doctor, with regular monitoring of thyroid hormone levels. Method of use: Take the tablet as a once daily dose Take on an empty stomach half an hour to an hour before breakfast Take at least 4 hours before or after calcium, iron, or antacids Take with a full glass of water 🔹 How to store Levothyroxine Store at a temperature between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius Keep out of reach of children and pets Do not use after the expiration date Keep in its original container to protect from moisture Do not use damaged tablets Do not dispose of the medication in wastewater or household waste 🔹 Product details Brand: Euthyrox Quantity: 100 tablets Product model: Tablets Product type: Tablets