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Lethyrox 50 Tablet

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Mrp(Aprox) Rs.138 Only

Lethyrox 50 Tablet

Salts
Rs 138 Only

Lethyrox 50 Tablet is a medicine used to treat an underactive thyroid gland (hypothyroidism). It replaces the hormone which is not being produced by your thyroid gland in sufficient quantity and helps regulate your body’s energy and metabolism.Before you start taking Lethyrox 50 Tablet, your doctor will do a blood test to see what dose you need. Once you start taking the medicine, you will have regular blood tests to see how well it is working, and the dose may be adjusted from time to time. It is best taken on an empty stomach before your first meal of the day. You should take this medicine regularly to get the maximum benefit. It may take several weeks before your symptoms start to improve. You may need to take it for the rest of your life. If you stop taking it, your symptoms are likely to come back.The most common side effects of this medicine are caused by taking a higher dose than you need. Possible side effects include palpitations (irregular heartbeat), vomiting, anxiety, diarrhea, weight loss, tremors, increased appetite, and restlessness. Most side effects will disappear once you are on the right dose. Call your doctor straight away if you have a very high temperature, fast or irregular heart rate, low blood pressure, yellowness in the eye/skin, confusion, or fits.Lethyrox 50 Tablet may cause weight loss but should not be prescribed or taken to treat obesity. If you become pregnant while taking this medicine, inform your doctor right away as the dose may have to be increased/readjusted. Many other drugs affect the way this medicine works. Ask your doctor for advice if you are taking any other medications.


Alcohol: Consuming alcohol with Lethyrox 50 Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects. Pregnancy: Lethyrox 50 Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby. Breastfeeding: Lethyrox 50 Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. Driving: Lethyrox 50 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive. Kidney: There is limited information available on the use of Lethyrox 50 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. Liver: There is limited information available on the use of Lethyrox 50 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

If Forget: If you miss a dose of Lethyrox 50 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n

Habit Forming: No

100.0 tablets in 1 bottle

Physical Form: tablet

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
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Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them Common Side Effects : Palpitations Vomiting Anxiety Diarrhea Weight loss Nervousness Increased appetite Tremors
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Lethyrox 50 Tablet is a medicine used to treat an underactive thyroid gland (hypothyroidism). It replaces the hormone which is not being produced by your thyroid gland in sufficient quantity and helps regulate your body’s energy and metabolism.Before you start taking Lethyrox 50 Tablet, your doctor will do a blood test to see what dose you need. Once you start taking the medicine, you will have regular blood tests to see how well it is working, and the dose may be adjusted from time to time. It is best taken on an empty stomach before your first meal of the day. You should take this medicine regularly to get the maximum benefit. It may take several weeks before your symptoms start to improve. You may need to take it for the rest of your life. If you stop taking it, your symptoms are likely to come back.The most common side effects of this medicine are caused by taking a higher dose than you need. Possible side effects include palpitations (irregular heartbeat), vomiting, anxiety, diarrhea, weight loss, tremors, increased appetite, and restlessness. Most side effects will disappear once you are on the right dose. Call your doctor straight away if you have a very high temperature, fast or irregular heart rate, low blood pressure, yellowness in the eye/skin, confusion, or fits.Lethyrox 50 Tablet may cause weight loss but should not be prescribed or taken to treat obesity. If you become pregnant while taking this medicine, inform your doctor right away as the dose may have to be increased/readjusted. Many other drugs affect the way this medicine works. Ask your doctor for advice if you are taking any other medications.
Alcohol: Consuming alcohol with Lethyrox 50 Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects. Pregnancy: Lethyrox 50 Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby. Breastfeeding: Lethyrox 50 Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. Driving: Lethyrox 50 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive. Kidney: There is limited information available on the use of Lethyrox 50 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. Liver: There is limited information available on the use of Lethyrox 50 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lethyrox 50 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
Lethyrox 50 Tablet is a synthetic version of a hormone produced by the thyroid gland. It works by replacing the thyroid hormones that your thyroid gland cannot produce in a sufficient quantity, and relieves the symptoms of hypothyroidism (tiredness, weight gain, and depression).
In Treatment of HypothyroidismLethyrox 50 Tablet is a synthetic version of thyroxine, a hormone that is naturally produced in your body. When your body does not produce enough thyroxine, you get hypothyroidism. Some symptoms of hypothyroidism include tiredness, weight gain, and muscle aches. This medicine raises your hormone level to the right amount and helps you get rid of these symptoms. For most people, this is a lifelong medication and should not be discontinued without talking to your doctor.It may take a while for this medicine to work properly. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to determine the effectiveness of this medicine and to make sure that you are on the right dose.