Striroxin
Striroxin contains levothyroxine, a man-made thyroid hormone used to treat thyroid diseases and disorders, working like the body's own hormones.
Form
tabletti
Strength
125 mikrog
Active Ingredient
Levothyroxine sodium
Manufacturer
Strides Nordic ApS
How to Use
Dosage
The typical maintenance dose for adults is 100-200 micrograms once daily, adjusted by your doctor.
Method
Take one dose by mouth 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
The maximum daily dose is 300 micrograms, but your doctor will tell you your exact dose.
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 (pseudotumor cerebri)
- •Tremors (shaking)
- •Restlessness
- •Sleep problems
- •Sweating
- •Weight loss
- •Diarrhea
RARE
- •Rash
- •Hives
- •Swelling of the face or throat (angioedema)
Important Warnings
- Do not take if you are allergic to levothyroxine or any other ingredient in Striroxin.
- Do not take if you have untreated adrenal or pituitary gland problems, or a very overactive thyroid (thyrotoxicosis).
- Do not take if you have acute heart problems like a heart attack or heart inflammation.
- If you are pregnant, do not use Striroxin with medicines that stop the thyroid from working.
- Talk to your doctor if you have heart issues like chest pain (angina), heart failure, fast or irregular heartbeat, or high blood pressure; these must be managed before taking Striroxin.
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- Do not use this medicine for weight loss; taking too much can be dangerous.
- Tell your doctor if you take biotin, as it can affect thyroid hormone test results.
- Soy products can reduce how much Striroxin your body absorbs, so tell your doctor if you eat a lot of soy.
- Allergic reactions (like rash, hives, or swelling of the face/throat) are possible; seek immediate medical help if this happens.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category A
Suitable for older adults. Calcium, iron, zinc, magnesium and aluminium reduce absorption. (updated 6.11.2023)