Prescription Required.Why?
The synthetic form of the thyroid hormone thyroxine.
Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid): To replace missing or insufficient thyroid hormone.
Myxedema coma: In severe cases of hypothyroidism requiring urgent treatment.
Goiter (enlarged thyroid gland): In some cases, particularly when caused by iodine deficiency.
Thyroid cancer after surgery or radioactive iodine treatment: To suppress thyroid hormone production.
Thyronorm 175mcg 100s Tab (Thyroxine Sodium) acts by replacing the body's natural thyroxine. It binds to thyroid hormone receptors in cells throughout the body, regulating metabolism, growth, and development. This helps restore normal thyroid function.
Store at room temperature, away from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children. Discard any unused medication after the expiration date.
Dosage is determined by your doctor based on your individual needs and thyroid function tests.
It is typically taken orally once daily, usually in the morning on an empty stomach.
Do not crush, chew, or break the tablets.
Consistency is crucial; take your medication at the same time each day.
Increased heart rate
Palpitations
Tremors
Nervousness
Weight loss
Insomnia
Headaches
Diarrhea
Heat intolerance
Menstrual irregularities
Moderate alcohol consumption is usually not a concern, but excessive alcohol use may interfere with medication absorption or worsen side effects. Discuss with your doctor.
May cause drowsiness or dizziness, especially when starting treatment. Avoid driving or operating machinery if affected.
Use only under strict medical supervision. Thyroxine is generally considered safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding but requires careful monitoring.
Dosage must be adjusted based on age and weight, determined by a physician.
Generally safe for use in patients with normal kidney function. Renal impairment may affect drug metabolism requiring dose adjustment.
Generally safe, but severe liver disease may affect metabolism. Dosage adjustments might be necessary.
Your doctor or pharmacist
The U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus)
The FDA drug information database
