Levothyroxine Orion
Levothyroxine Orion replaces the thyroid hormone your body naturally makes to treat thyroid diseases and disorders.
Form
tabletti
Strength
100 mikrog
Active Ingredient
Levothyroxine sodium
Manufacturer
Orion Corporation
How to Use
Dosage
Your doctor will decide your dose based on tests, starting with a small dose and slowly increasing it over 2-4 weeks until the right dose is found.
Method
Take your daily dose whole by mouth in the morning on an empty stomach, at least 30 minutes before breakfast, with a small amount of water.
Important
The maximum daily dose for treatment is usually 300 micrograms, as directed by your doctor.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Irregular or fast heartbeat
- •Chest pain
- •Headache
- •Muscle weakness or cramps
- •Flushing (feeling hot and red in the face)
- •Fever
- •Vomiting
- •Menstrual problems
- •Increased pressure in the head
- •Tremors (shaking)
- •Restlessness
- •Sleep problems
- •Sweating
- •Weight loss
- •Diarrhea
- •Hair loss
Important Warnings
- Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to levothyroxine or any other ingredients in the tablets.
- Do not take this medicine if you have untreated problems with your adrenal glands, pituitary gland, or an uncontrolled overactive thyroid.
- Tell your doctor if you have heart problems like chest pain, heart failure, high blood pressure, or a fast heartbeat; these must be managed before you start this medicine.
- This medicine is not for weight loss if your thyroid hormone levels are normal. Taking more than prescribed or with other weight loss drugs can be very dangerous.
- Many other medicines, supplements (like biotin), and even soy products can affect how Levothyroxine Orion works. Always tell your doctor about all medicines and supplements you take.