Eltroxin 100mcg Bottle Of 120 Tablets
Eltroxin 100 MCG Description
Eltroxin 100mcg tablet is used to control hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland stops producing sufficient thyroid hormones. Eltroxin 100mcg tablet contains levothyrox
ine as the active component. Levothyroxine is a synthetic form of the thyroid hormone thyroxine produced naturally by the thyroid gland. Take this medicine in the exact dose and duration as recommended by your doctor. Do not take more than the prescribed dose. Do not stop taking this medicine on your own. Before taking Eltroxin 100mcg tablet, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning on becoming pregnant, breastfeeding and about your complete medical history.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹156.12 |
You Save | ₹21.29 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Thyroxine / Levothyroxine Sodium(100.0 Mcg) |
Uses | Hypothyroidism |
Side effects | Headache, diarrhoea, vomiting, rashes |
Therapy | DRUGS FOR HYPOTHYROIDISM |
Uses of Eltroxin 100 MCG
Contraindications of Eltroxin 100 MCG
- If you are allergic to levothyroxine or any other ingredient of Eltroxin 100mcg tablet.
- If you have any disorders that are related to the adrenal glands.
- If you have an overactive thyroid gland that produces too much thyroid hormone (thyrotoxicosis).
Side effects of Eltroxin 100 MCG
- Diarrhoea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Rashes
- Tiredness
Precautions and Warnings of Eltroxin 100 MCG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You are an elderly patient (more than 50 years of age).
- You have a hormone-related disorder called panhypopituitarism.
- You have heart-related disorders such as high blood pressure, angina, heart failure, irregular heart rhythm, etc.
- You are taking medicines for the management of diabetes.
- You experience fits/seizures.
Mode of Action of Eltroxin 100 MCG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Eltroxin 100 MCG
- Take Eltroxin 100mcg tablet exactly as recommended by your doctor.
- Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
- Do not take more than the prescribed dose.
Interactions of Eltroxin 100 MCG
Interactions with other medicines
- Certain medicines can affect the way Eltroxin 100mcg tablet works or this medicine itself can affect the action of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Always inform your doctor about any other medicines, herbals or supplements that you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- In particular, if you are taking certain medications like antipsychotic medicines, anti-epileptic medicines like phenytoin oral contraceptives, etc.
- Dose adjustment of anti-diabetic medicines, blood thinners and medicines used for treating heart failure is required on the simultaneous use of Eltroxin 100mcg tablet. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines from this class....
- Antacids, anti-ulcer medicines, iron preparations and other preparations used to reduce cholesterol levels such as cholestyramine should be used with a minimum gap of 4 - 5 hours with Eltroxin 100mcg tablet....
Storage and disposal of Eltroxin 100 MCG
- Store Eltroxin 100mcg tablet in a cool and dry place below 25°C.
- Keep away from children and pets.
Dosage of Eltroxin 100 MCG
Overdose
- The symptoms of an overdose of Eltroxin 100mcg tablet include fever, chest pain, headache, muscle cramps, anxiety, sweating, diarrhoea, sleeplessness, etc.
- If you think you have consumed too much of this medicine, contact your doctor as soon as possible or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
- If you have missed taking any dose of Eltroxin 100mcg tablet, take it as soon as you remember.
- If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule.
- Do not consume a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one.
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I take Eltroxin 100mcg to lose weight?
Q: When should I take Eltroxin 100mcg?
Q: Can I stop Eltroxin 100mcg?
References
- Eltroxin 100mcg tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 29 September 2022]
- Eltroxin 100mcg tablets - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 29 September 2022]
- LEVO-T [Internet]. Accessdata.fda.gov. 2022 [cited 29 September 2022]
- Levothyroxine [Internet]. Ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2022 [cited 29 September 2022]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 29 September 2022]
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