Thyrotab 50 mcg (Tablet)

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Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Levothyroxine sodium
Company	Ibn sina pharmaceuticals ltd

Title

Thyrotab 25mcg Tablet

Description

Thyrotab is a synthetic Levothyroxine tablet used for replacement therapy in hypothyroidism, suppression of Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) levels, and as a diagnostic aid in suppression tests.

Color Options

White

Dosage Form

Tablet

Dimensions

5mm x 5mm

Functions

Replacement Therapy
TSH Suppression
Diagnostic Aid

Materials

Levothyroxine Sodium
Glucuronic Conjugates
Sulphate Conjugates

Technical Specifications

Contains 25mcg Levothyroxine
Half-life of elimination: 6-7 days
Storage below 30°C

Design Elements

Round Tablet
Embossed Markings

Usability Features

Gradual Dose Increment
Steady Blood Level of T3

Indications

Hypothyroidism of any aetiology
Thyroid cancer treatment
Diagnostic testing

Pharmacology

Contains synthetic Levothyroxine identical to natural T4
30% conversion to Triiodothyronine (T3)
Major carrier is TBG

Dosage & Administration

Initial starting dose: 25-50 mcg/day
Gradual increments in dose at 6-8 week intervals
Pediatric and Adult dosages specified

Interaction

Concurrent use with tri/tetracyclic antidepressants
Addition to antidiabetic or insulin therapy

Contraindications

Untreated Thyrotoxicosis
Acute Myocardial Infarction
Uncorrected Adrenal failure

Side Effects

Fatigue
Increased appetite
Headache
Tremors
Palpitations
Diarrhea
Hair loss

Pregnancy & Lactation

Pregnancy Category A
Caution in nursing women

Precautions & Warnings

Adrenocortical insufficiency treatment prior to therapy
Careful dosing in cardiovascular disease patients
Adjustment of dosage with body weight changes

Overdose Effects

Agitation
Confusion
Sweating
Tachycardia
Coma