Thyrox 50mcg Bottle Of 100 Tablets
100 Tablet(s) in BottleMRP ₹113.41
₹85.06
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MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS
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Product Summary
| Salt Content | Thyroxine / Levothyroxine Sodium(50.0 Mcg) |
| Uses | Hypothyroidism |
| Therapy | Drugs for hypothyroidism |
| Side effects | Increased appetite, hair loss, weight variations, headache, vomiting |
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Medical Description
Thyrox 50 tablet is used for the treatment of Hypothyroidism. It contains levothyroxine as its active component. It is a synthetic form of a naturally occurring hormone known as Thyroxine produced by the thyroid gland. Hypothyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland stops producing sufficient thyroid hormones. It is noticeable and characterized by lethargy, feeling tired, weight gain, constipation, muscle pain, hair loss, increased sensitivity to cold, feeling low and irregular menstrual cycle. Thyrox 50 tablet should be used with care and caution in elder patients, patients with heart diseases and patients with disorders related to the adrenal gland. The dose and the duration should be strictly followed as recommended by the doctor. In case of any allergic reactions or any severe side effects contact your doctor as soon as possible.
Uses
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to Levothyroxine or any ingredients used in Thyrox 50 tablet.
- If you have any disorders that are related to the adrenal glands.
- If you have a condition of Thyrotoxicosis (excess of thyroid hormone in the bloodstream).
Side effects
- Increased appetite
- Hair loss
- Weight variations
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Changes in the menstrual cycle
- Fever
- Sensitivity to heat
- Pain
- Cramps
- Mood swings
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You are an elderly patient (more than 50 years of age) and have existing heart disorders.
- You have a hormone-related disorder called Panhypopituitarism.
- You come across heart-related disorders such as high blood pressure, angina, heart failure, irregular heart rhythm, etc.
- Care is required for patients with diabetes mellitus and diabetes insipidus and epilepsy or seizures.
- Children may experience hair loss after initiation of the therapy with Thyrox 50 tablet which is usually reversible.
- Special care should be provided while giving Thyrox 50 tablet to children with low birth weight and who are premature.
Directions for Use
- Take Thyrox 50 tablet on an empty stomach.
- Consume this medicine as a whole with an adequate amount of water.
- Do not stop consuming this medicine on your own.
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Interactions with other medicines
- Certain medicines can interfere with the action of Thyrox 50 tablet or Thyrox 50 tablet itself can affect the action of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Always keep in touch with your doctor about all the medicines you are taking, that includes all prescribed or non-prescribed herbal medicines, dietary supplements as well as other treatment if you are going through for any disorder.
- 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 Thyrox 50 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 Thyrox 50 tablet.
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Manufacturer Details
Brand:THYROX
Manufacturer Name:MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS
Address:Macleods Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Khasra No. 21,22,66,67 & 68, Aho-Yangtam Namchepung, Po: Ranipool Sikkim-737135
Vendor Details
Fulfillment Information: Thyrox 50 MCG Tablet (100) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.
References:
- Eltroxin 100mcg tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 15 April 2022]
- Eltroxin 100mcg tablets - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 15 April 2022]
- LEVO-T [Internet]. Accessdata.fda.gov. 2021 [cited 15 April 2022]
- Levothyroxine [Internet]. Ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021 [cited 15 April 2022]
- Label: LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM tablet [cited 13 Feb 2025]
- Thyroxine | Thyroid, Metabolism, Regulation | Britannica [cited 13 Feb 2025]
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets [package insert]. Revised April 2019 [cited 13 Feb 2025]
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