Thyrox 25 Tablet

Thyrox 25 Tablet contains Levothyroxine sodium 25 mcg (equivalent to Levothyroxine 25 mcg). Prescription required.

Treatment of hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), thyroid hormone replacement after thyroidectomy or radioiodine therapy, suppression of TSH in certain thyroid cancers/goitre as advised by doctor

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

Take orally once daily exactly as prescribed, preferably in the morning on an empty stomach 30–60 minutes before breakfast with water. Take at the same time daily. Avoid taking with calcium/iron/antacids; keep a gap of at least 4 hours. Do not stop or change dose without medical advice; dose is adjusted based on TSH/T4 tests.

Palpitations,fast heartbeat,anxiety,irritability,insomnia,headache,tremor,sweating,heat intolerance,weight loss,diarrhoea,nausea,menstrual irregularities,temporary hair loss (initially)

Not for weight loss/obesity treatment; high doses can cause serious heart problems. Use with caution in heart disease (angina, arrhythmias), hypertension, elderly, osteoporosis, diabetes, and adrenal/pituitary insufficiency (ensure adrenal function treated before starting). Monitor TSH/T4 regularly; symptoms of overdose include chest pain, palpitations, nervousness, and excessive sweating—seek medical help. Contains narrow therapeutic index—do not interchange brands/doses without doctor’s advice.

Reduced absorption with iron salts,calcium carbonate,aluminium/magnesium antacids,sucralfate,cholestyramine/colestipol,sevelamer,orlistat,soy/high-fibre diets; increased effect of warfarin; may increase insulin/oral antidiabetic requirements; interactions with rifampicin,carbamazepine,phenytoin,phenobarbital (increase metabolism),sertraline,amiodarone; timing interaction with proton pump inhibitors and coffee (may reduce absorption)

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place protected from light and moisture. Keep in original blister pack and out of reach of children.

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