Eltroxin 75 Tablet

Composition of Eltroxin 75 Tablet

Eltroxin 75 Tablet contains Thyroxine (75mcg). It belongs to the Thyroid hormone (T4 analogue) class of medicines.

Uses of Eltroxin 75 Tablet

• Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid)
• goiter
• thyroid hormone replacement after thyroidectomy
• TSH suppression in certain thyroid cancers (as prescribed)

Key benefits

• Improves energy and metabolism in hypothyroidism
• Helps normalize TSH and thyroid hormone levels
• Reduces symptoms like fatigue and weight gain
• Supports normal heart and brain function

How Eltroxin 75 Tablet works

Levothyroxine is a synthetic form of thyroxine (T4). It is converted to the active hormone T3 in the body and restores normal thyroid hormone levels to regulate metabolism, energy and growth.

How to take Eltroxin 75 Tablet

Take once daily on an empty stomach with water, preferably 30-60 minutes before breakfast. Avoid taking with calcium/iron/antacids within 4 hours; dose is adjusted based on TSH as advised by doctor.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Eltroxin 75mcg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause a racing heart, chest pain, tremor, fever and dangerous heart rhythm disturbance. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Eltroxin 75 Tablet

Most side effects of Eltroxin are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Palpitations
• fast heartbeat
• nervousness
• tremor
• headache
• insomnia
• sweating
• weight loss
• diarrhea
• menstrual irregularities

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Eltroxin 75 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Do not use for weight loss/obesity. Overdose can cause serious heart effects; use caution in heart disease, arrhythmias, hypertension, and elderly. Dose may need adjustment in pregnancy, after starting/stopping interacting medicines, or with changes in brand; regular TSH monitoring required.

Do not take Eltroxin if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with an untreated overactive thyroid or untreated adrenal insufficiency.

Interactions with other medicines

Calcium salts, iron salts, antacids containing aluminum/magnesium, sucralfate, cholestyramine/colestipol, sevelamer (reduce absorption); rifampicin, carbamazepine, phenytoin (reduce effect); warfarin (increases anticoagulant effect); antidiabetic medicines/insulin (dose adjustment); amiodarone (thyroid dysfunction)

How to store Eltroxin 75 Tablet

Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep in original pack.

Expert advice for Eltroxin 75 Tablet

Eltroxin 75mcg Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach (ideally, first thing in the morning). No food, milk, or tea should be taken 1 hour before and 2 hours after taking this medicine. It may take 6 to 8 weeks to get the full effect. For most people, Eltroxin 75mcg Tablet can be a lifelong medication. Do not discontinue it without discussing your doctor. Inform your doctor if you have diarrhea, nervousness, irritability, sleep disturbances, shaking hands, or chest pain. Your doctor may adjust your dose. Leave a gap of at least 4 hours before taking any antacids, calcium or iron supplements, and multivitamins, as these may interfere with the effect of the medicine. Get your hormone levels checked regularly and inform your doctor if you notice a significant change in your body weight. The dose may need to be adjusted. Inform your doctor before changing the brand of Eltroxin 75mcg Tablet as all brands may not have the same effect.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

GLAXO SMITHKLINE PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

Hormone replacement

Drug class:

Thyroid hormone (T4 analogue)

Chemical class:

Phenylalanine derivative