Thyroup 100

Composition of Thyroup 100

Thyroup 100 contains Levothyroxine sodium 100 mcg (as tablets). It belongs to the Synthetic thyroid hormone (T4) class of medicines.

Uses of Thyroup 100

• Treatment of hypothyroidism
• thyroid hormone replacement after thyroidectomy or radioiodine therapy
• suppression of TSH in certain thyroid conditions as advised by doctor

Key benefits

• Restores normal thyroid hormone levels
• Relieves symptoms of hypothyroidism (fatigue
• weight gain
• cold intolerance)
• Normalizes TSH levels
• Supports metabolism and energy levels

How Thyroup 100 works

Levothyroxine is a synthetic form of thyroxine (T4), a natural thyroid hormone. It is converted to the active hormone T3 in tissues and helps regulate metabolism, energy, heart rate and body temperature, correcting low thyroid hormone levels.

How to take Thyroup 100

Tablet for oral use. Take once daily exactly as prescribed, preferably in the morning on an empty stomach (30–60 minutes before breakfast) with water. Avoid taking with calcium/iron/antacids/soy within 4 hours; do not stop or change dose without medical advice. Dose is individualized based on TSH/T4 levels.

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

Take the missed dose of Thyroup as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and carry on with the usual schedule. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.

If you take too much

Taking more Thyroup than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.

Side effects of Thyroup 100

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

• Palpitations
• fast heartbeat
• tremor
• nervousness
• headache
• insomnia
• sweating
• heat intolerance
• weight loss
• diarrhoea
• menstrual irregularities
• hair loss (temporary)

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 Thyroup 100

Warnings and precautions

Prescription medicine; dose must be individualized and monitored (TSH/T4). Overdose can cause symptoms of hyperthyroidism and serious cardiac effects. Use caution in patients with heart disease (angina, arrhythmias), elderly, adrenal insufficiency (must be treated first), and osteoporosis risk. Not for treatment of obesity/weight loss. If pregnant, thyroid hormone requirements may increase—monitor closely.

Interactions with other medicines

Calcium supplements/calcium carbonate,iron supplements,antacids containing aluminium/magnesium,sucralfate,cholestyramine/colestipol,sevelamer,orlistat,proton pump inhibitors,rifampicin,carbamazepine,phenytoin,sertraline,amiodarone,warfarin,antidiabetic medicines (insulin/oral agents),digoxin

How to store Thyroup 100

Store below 25°C, protected from light and moisture. Keep in original blister/pack tightly closed. Keep out of reach of children.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

LUPIN LAB

Therapeutic class:

Thyroid hormone

Drug class:

Synthetic thyroid hormone (T4)