Prescription Required.Why?
Is the synthetic form of the hormone thyroxine (t4), which is naturally produced by the thyroid gland.
Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid gland)
Goiter (enlarged thyroid gland)
Thyroid cancer after surgery or radioactive iodine treatment
Myxedema coma (severe hypothyroidism)
Congenital hypothyroidism (present at birth)
Thyronorm 37.5mcg 100s Tab (Thyroxine Sodium) acts as a replacement hormone for thyroid hormone deficiency. It binds to thyroid hormone receptors in cells throughout the body, regulating metabolic processes, growth, and development.
Store thyroxine sodium tablets at room temperature, away from moisture and heat. Keep them in their original container and out of reach of children and pets.
Dosage is determined by your doctor based on your individual needs and thyroid function tests.
Take thyroxine sodium on an empty stomach, usually in the morning.
Swallow the tablets whole with water.
Do not crush or chew the tablets.
Do not stop taking thyroxine sodium without consulting your doctor.
Headache
Nervousness
Insomnia
Weight loss
Increased appetite
Tremors
Palpitations
Irregular heartbeat
Bone pain
Muscle weakness
Heat intolerance
Sweating
Diarrhea
Hair loss
Skin changes
Alcohol may interfere with the absorption of thyroxine sodium. It's best to avoid alcohol while taking this medication.
Thyroxine sodium may cause side effects such as dizziness or fatigue, which could affect your ability to drive or operate machinery. Use caution.
Thyroxine sodium is safe for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. However, it is essential to discuss your medication with your doctor before becoming pregnant or breastfeeding.
Thyroxine sodium is safe for use in children. The dosage is adjusted according to the child's weight and age.
Thyroxine sodium does not affect kidney function.
Thyroxine sodium does not affect liver function.
National Institutes of Health: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a682001.html
Mayo Clinic: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hypothyroidism/symptoms-causes/syc-20350327
American Thyroid Association: https://www.thyroid.org/patient-thyroid-information/
