Euthyrox 50 Tablet

Euthyrox 50 Tablet contains Levothyroxine (50mcg). Prescription required.

Treatment of hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid); thyroid hormone replacement after thyroidectomy or radioiodine therapy; TSH suppression therapy in certain cases of thyroid cancer or goitre as advised by a doctor.

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

Tablet to be taken exactly as prescribed. Usually taken once daily on an empty stomach, preferably in the morning 30–60 minutes before breakfast with water. Take at the same time each day; avoid taking along with calcium/iron/antacids—keep a gap of at least 4 hours.

Palpitations,fast heartbeat,tremor,nervousness,headache,insomnia,sweating,heat intolerance,weight loss,diarrhoea,menstrual irregularities

Prescription-only (Schedule H). Do not use for weight loss. Dose needs individual titration and periodic TSH/T4 monitoring. Use caution in elderly patients and those with coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias or hypertension—overtreatment may cause angina, atrial fibrillation and osteoporosis. In adrenal insufficiency, treat adrenal condition before starting levothyroxine. If symptoms of hyperthyroidism occur (palpitations, chest pain, anxiety, unexplained weight loss), contact doctor; do not stop abruptly without advice.

Calcium salts,iron salts,aluminium/magnesium antacids,sucralfate,cholestyramine/colestipol,sevelamer,orlistat (reduced absorption); rifampicin,carbamazepine,phenytoin,phenobarbital (increased metabolism); sertraline (may increase requirement); amiodarone (affects thyroid function); warfarin (increased anticoagulant effect); insulin/antidiabetics (dose adjustment may be needed); digoxin (effect may reduce); estrogen therapy (may increase dose requirement).

Store below 25°C, protected from light and moisture. Keep in original pack; keep out of reach of children.

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