Thormon 50 mcg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 1.50 (10 x 10: ৳ 150.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 15.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Levothyroxine sodium |
| Company | Aristopharma ltd |
Indications
- Replacement therapy in hypothyroidism
- Suppression of TSH levels in goitres and nodules
- Suppression of goitrogenic effects of other drugs
- Diagnostic aid in suppression tests
Pharmacology
- Contains synthetic Levothyroxine (T4)
- T4 is converted to the more active T3 in peripheral tissues
- TBG (Thyroxine Binding Globulin) is the major carrier of T4
- Long half-life in circulation
- Liver is the major site of degradation of Thyroid hormones
Dosage & Administration
- Initial starting dose: 25-50 mcg/day
- Gradual increments in dose at 6-8 week intervals
- Initial dose in severe hypothyroidism: 12.5-25 mcg/day
- Pediatric dosage: based on weight and age
Interaction
- Concurrent use of tri/tetracyclic antidepressants and Thormon
- Addition of Thormon to antidiabetic or insulin therapy
Contraindications
- Untreated subclinical or overt Thyrotoxicosis
- Acute Myocardial Infarction
- Uncorrected Adrenal failure
Side Effects
- Adverse reactions associated with Thormon therapy
- Symptoms of hyperthyroidism due to therapeutic overdose
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy Category A
- Caution should be exercised when administered to a nursing woman
Precautions & Warnings
- Adrenocortical insufficiency in some patients
- Careful dosing in patients with cardiovascular disease
- Adjustment of dosage with marked change in body weight
Overdose Effects
- Signs and symptoms of hyperthyroidism
- Cerebral embolism, shock, coma, and death have been reported
Therapeutic Class
- Thyroid drugs & hormone
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C
- Protect from light
- Keep out of the reach of children