Medithyrox
Medithyrox is a man-made thyroid hormone used to treat thyroid diseases and disorders, working just like the thyroid hormone your body naturally makes.
Form
tabletti
Strength
100 mikrog
Active Ingredient
Levothyroxine sodium
Manufacturer
Uni-Pharma Kleon Tsetis Pharmaceutical Laboratories S.A.
How to Use
Dosage
Your doctor will decide your exact dose based on your condition and test results. A common daily dose is 75–200 micrograms.
Method
Take one dose by mouth once a day in the morning on an empty stomach, at least 30 minutes before breakfast, with a small amount of liquid, like half a glass of water.
Important
Your doctor will determine your maximum daily dose. Do not exceed it as it can cause serious side effects.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Fast or irregular heartbeat
- •Chest pain
- •Headache
- •Muscle weakness or cramps
- •Flushing (redness of face)
- •Fever
- •Vomiting
- •Menstrual irregularities
- •Tremors
- •Restlessness
- •Sleep problems
- •Sweating
- •Weight loss
- •Diarrhea
RARE
- •Rash
- •Hives
- •Swelling of the face or throat (angioedema)
Important Warnings
- Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to levothyroxine or any other ingredients.
- Do not take if you have an untreated overactive thyroid, adrenal or pituitary gland problem, or acute heart disease (e.g., a recent heart attack).
- Talk to your doctor if you have heart problems (e.g., angina, heart failure, high blood pressure), as these need to be controlled before starting this medicine.
- Do not use this medicine for weight loss. Taking too much can cause serious, life-threatening side effects.
- Tell your doctor or lab staff if you are taking biotin, as it can affect your thyroid hormone blood test results.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category A
Suitable for older adults. Calcium, iron, zinc, magnesium and aluminium reduce absorption. (updated 6.11.2023)