Replaces the thyroid hormones that your thyroid gland cannot generate sufficiently.
Relieves hypothyroidism symptoms like tiredness, weight gain, and depression.
Dosage and Administration
Take Thyronorm 125mcg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor.
It should be taken orally before breakfast or the day's first meal.
Swallow the tablets as a whole with plenty of water. Do not crush, break or chew the tablets.
If you forgot to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, skip the missed dose if it is nearly time for the next dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
Safety Advice
Pregnancy: Thyronorm 125mcg Tablet may be safe to use during pregnancy; consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding: Thyronorm 125mcg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding; consult your doctor.
Lungs: It is unknown whether Thyronorm 125mcg Tablet can be used in patients with lung disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
Liver: Inform your physician before taking Thyronorm 125mcg Tablet if you have liver disease.
Alcohol: Drinking alcohol while taking Thyronorm 125mcg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects; consult your doctor for more information.
Driving: Thyronorm 125mcg Tablet usually does not affect your ability to drive.
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.
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).
Word of Advice
You will be advised to take regular thyroid function tests (T3, T4, and TSH) if you are taking Thyronorm 125mcg Tablet.
This medication is not indicated for obesity or weight loss treatment.
Your physician advises regular blood sugar monitoring, as this medicine causes fluctuation in blood sugar levels.
Including iodized salt in your diet is essential because the thyroid gland requires iodine for making thyroid hormones.
FAQs
How should I take Thyronorm 125mcg tablet?
Take the Thyronorm 125mcg tablet precisely as your doctor has prescribed. It should be taken orally before breakfast or as the day's first meal. It should be consumed whole, with plenty of water.
What occurs if I take more than the dose of Thyronorm 125mcg tablet?
You are not recommended to take more than the prescribed dose of Thyronorm 125mcg tablet as it may cause an overdose resulting in symptoms such as fever, chest pain, irregular heartbeat, muscle cramps, headache, restlessness, flushing, sweating, and diarrhea.
What are the uses of Thyronorm 125mcg tablet?
Thyronorm 125mcg tablet is indicated to treat hypothyroidism (a chronic condition where the thyroid gland fails to produce enough hormones).
Can Thyronorm 125mcg tablet affect diabetic patients?
Thyronorm 125mcg tablet can increase blood sugar levels and interfere with the effectiveness of other antidiabetic medications you may be taking. Therefore, a dose adjustment may be necessary.
Can children use Thyronorm 125mcg tablet?
Yes, patients of any age, from newborns to adults, could get Thyronorm 125mcg tablet. The dose for children must be adjusted based on weight changes. The doctor will adjust the dose if the child loses or gains weight.
Should I limit salt while taking Thyronorm 125mcg tablet?
Limiting salt intake to around 2300 mg daily is advisable since too much salt might raise blood pressure, especially in people with underactive thyroids.
Can I discontinue taking the Thyronorm 125mcg tablet on my own?
No, do not discontinue taking Thyronorm 125mcg tablet without consulting your doctor. Stopping this medication on your own can result in a body imbalance that can seriously impact your metabolism.
What are the common side effects of Thyronorm 125mcg tablet?
The common side effects of Thyronorm 125mcg tablet are diarrhea, vomiting, intolerance to heat, weight loss, headache, nervousness, irregular periods, sweating, muscle weakness or cramps, tremors, restlessness, hair loss, and flushing.
