Thyronorm 12.5mcg Tablets – Pack of 120 for Thyroid Support

Thyronorm 12.5mcg Tablet 120's

Uses:

• Treats hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid gland).

How to consume:

• Take orally before breakfast or the day's first meal.
• Swallow the tablets whole with plenty of water.
• Do not crush, break or chew the tablets.

Dosage:

• The right dose is decided by the physician after checking the body weight and thyroid function test.
• Regular monitoring of thyroid function is essential.

Interaction with other drugs:

• Inform your doctor about any medicines you take or have taken before the treatment, including prescription, over-the-counter, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products.

Safety advices:

• Pregnancy: consult your doctor.
• Breast feeding: consult your doctor.
• Lungs: consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
• Liver: inform your physician before taking the tablet if you have liver disease.
• Alcohol: drinking alcohol while taking Thyronorm 12.5mcg tablet does not cause any harmful side effects. Consult your doctor for more information.
• Driving: Thyronorm 12.5mcg tablet usually does not affect your ability to drive.

Side effects:

• Serious: swelling of face, lips, tongue; thyroid crisis (severe reaction to high levels of thyroid hormone); very high temperature; palpitations (irregular heartbeat); low blood pressure; fits and coma; heart failure; jaundice; confusion.
• Common: diarrhea, vomiting; intolerance to heat; weight loss; headache; nervousness; irregular periods; sweating; muscle weakness or cramps; tremors, restlessness; hair loss; flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk); increased pressure around the brain in children (benign intracranial hypertension).

FAQ:

1. How should I take Thyronorm 12.5mcg tablet?
   • Take the Thyronorm 12.5mcg tablet precisely as your doctor has prescribed.
2. What occurs if I take more than the dose of Thyronorm 12.5mcg tablet?
   • You are not recommended to take more than the prescribed dose as it may cause an overdose.
3. What are the uses of Thyronorm 12.5mcg tablet?
   • Thyronorm 12.5mcg tablet is indicated to treat hypothyroidism.
4. Can Thyronorm 12.5mcg tablet affect diabetic patients?
   • Thyronorm 12.5mcg tablet can increase blood sugar levels and interfere with the effectiveness of other antidiabetic medications.
5. Can children use Thyronorm 12.5mcg tablet?
   • Yes, patients of any age, from newborns to adults, could get Thyronorm 12.5mcg tablet. The dose for children must be adjusted based on weight changes.
6. Should I limit salt while taking Thyronorm 12.5mcg tablet?
   • Limiting salt intake to around 2300 mg daily is advisable.
7. Can I discontinue taking the Thyronorm 12.5mcg tablet on my own?
   • No, do not discontinue taking Thyronorm 12.5mcg tablet without consulting your doctor.
8. What are the common side effects of Thyronorm 12.5mcg tablet?
   • The common side effects are diarrhea, vomiting, intolerance to heat, weight loss, headache, nervousness, irregular periods, sweating, muscle weakness or cramps, tremors, restlessness, hair loss, and flushing.

Fact box:

• Molecule Name: Thyroxine Sodium
• Therapeutic Class: Thyroid Hormones
• Pharmacological Class: Hormones
• Indications: Hypothyroidism

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