Thyrox 50Mcg Tablet

Thyrox 50Mcg Tablet is the primary hormone which is secreted by the thyroid gland. This medication plays an important role in controlling body metabolism and regulates the functions of the heart and the digestive tract. It also keeps the bones strong, helps in development of the brain and controls muscle growth.

Patients should consult their doctors before using this medication, who have medical problems like:

• Hypertension
• Heart disease
• Problems with cholesterol
• Diabetes
• Overactive or underactive thyroid
• Problems with the functioning of the pituitary gland.

The drug is meant to be taken orally, ideally in the morning just before breakfast. In case of a skipped dose, you can take 2 doses at the same time the next day.

In case if an underactive thyroid, the hormone may be replaced with Thyrox 100Mcg Tablet. The dosage of Thyrox 50Mcg Tablet is generally determined by the doctor, who decides the dose depending on the age as well as weight of the individual. A patient’s present health condition and medical history is also kept in mind when determining the dose.

• Hypothyroidism

• Thyroid Cancer

• Acute myocardial infarction

• Allergy

• Heart Diseases

• Anxiety

• Vomiting

• Diarrhoea

• Palpitations

• Nervousness

• Weight Loss

• Tremor

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine is safe to use during pregnancy. Adequate and well-controlled human studies have shown low or no risk.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no interaction between driving and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect will be produced within 3-5 days of its oral administration and within 6-8 hours of its intravenous injection.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The duration of action of this drug vary depending on the patients body.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported for this drug.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

This medication acts as an alternative to natural thyroxine hormone (T4) secreted by the thyroid gland. It gets converted into an active metabolite (T3) in the kidney and liver. The thyroid hormones combine with thyroxine-binding globulin and thyroxine-binding prealbumin to escalate solubility. Thyrox 50Mcg Tablet then combines with thyroid hormone receptors in the nucleus and cytoplasm.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Disease

  Patients with Cardiovascular disease and diabetes should take caution will taking this medicine. As this might worsen the patients condition.

• Ques : What is Thyrox 50Mcg Tablet?

  Ans : Thyrox tablet helps in controlling the metabolism of the body and monitors the functions of the heart and the digestive tract. It contains Levothyroxine as an active ingredient. Thyrox works by replacing thyroid hormone that is normally produced by the body, with a substitute of it.

• Ques : What are the uses of Thyrox 50Mcg Tablet?

  Ans : Thyrox tablet is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like low production of thyroid hormone.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Thyrox 50Mcg Tablet?

  Ans : Side effects include muscle cramps, diarrhea, increased pressure around the brain, flushing, and high body temperature.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Thyrox 50Mcg Tablet?

  Ans : Thyrox should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Thyrox 50Mcg Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : It is a medicine which takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : What are the contraindications to Thyrox 50Mcg Tablet?

  Ans : This tablet should not be used if you have the conditions such as Cardiovascular disease, Elderly, Hypertension, Myocardial infarction, Obesity, Uncorrected adrenal failure, Untreated hyperthyroidism, etc.

• Ques : Is Thyrox 50Mcg Tablet safe to use when pregnant?

  Ans : This medication is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

• Ques : Will Thyrox 50Mcg Tablet be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose of this medication can lead to increased chances of side effects such as Muscle cramps, Diarrhea, Flushing, High temperature, Restlessness, Sweating, Intolerance to heat, Headache, Vomiting, Irregular periods, Tremor, Temporary hair loss in children, Chest pain, and Difficulty in sleeping, etc.

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