Carmazole 5mg Tablet
bottle of 60.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Carbimazole (5mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Synmedic Laboratories |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Carmazole 5mg Tablet is an anti-thyroid agent used to treat hyperthyroidism by reducing the amount of thyroid hormones produced by the thyroid gland. Carmazole 5mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicine called anti-thyroid agents. It is used in the treatment of hyperthyroidism. It reduces the amount of thyroid hormones produced by the thyroid gland.
Carmazole 5mg Tablet is an anti-thyroid medication. It works by reducing the amount of thyroid hormones produced by the thyroid gland.
Can I just stop taking Carmazole 5mg Tablet?
No, you should not stop taking Carmazole 5mg Tablet even if you start feeling better. Your doctor may prescribe this medication for several months depending on your thyroid hormone level normalization. The treatment duration will continue until the levels are normal. This period can range from six months to eighteen months. Your doctor will decide when the treatment should be stopped.
How long does Carmazole 5mg Tablet take to work?
You may start feeling better within one to three weeks of starting Carmazole 5mg Tablet. However, it usually takes four to eight weeks to see the full benefits of the treatment.
Can Carmazole 5mg Tablet cause hair loss?
Carmazole 5mg Tablet may cause hair loss, but not in everyone. Hair loss is commonly observed after discontinuing or changing to another medication and has been known to reverse after stopping Carmazole 5mg Tablet.
Who should not take Carmazole 5mg Tablet?
You should not take Carmazole 5mg Tablet if you have a serious liver disorder or a serious blood disorder. You should also avoid taking this medicine if you are pregnant, allergic to Carmazole 5mg Tablet or any of the ingredients present in it.
My sister is taking Carmazole 5mg Tablet for overactive thyroid gland. She frequently gets sore throat and stops and restarts the treatment again and again. Is there any risk if she continues to take Carmazole 5mg Tablet when she has a sore throat?
Carmazole 5mg Tablet can occasionally interfere with bone marrow and cause a drastic drop in white blood cells, which are crucial for fighting bacterial infections such as sore throats. A sore throat could be the first sign that Carmazole 5mg Tablet is affecting bone marrow. Your sister should consult her doctor and get a blood test. If a blood test shows her white blood cell count to be normal, she can continue Carmazole 5mg Tablet. If not, she should stop treatment after consulting the doctor.
How does Carmazole 5mg Tablet affect children?
The effectiveness and side effects of Carmazole 5mg Tablet in children are similar to those in adults. Carmazole 5mg Tablet should not be used in children under two years of age.
I have been taking warfarin, so will it have any effect on Carmazole 5mg Tablet therapy?
If you are taking Warfarin, your doctor may need to adjust the dosage. Consult your doctor and get a bleeding time check to ensure appropriate adjustments based on the test results.
Even if my liver is normal, can Carmazole 5mg Tablet cause any liver problems?
Yes, Carmazole 5mg Tablet may cause liver problems. However, it is not common for everyone. A noticeable side effect is jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes), and abnormal liver function tests. If you experience this, discontinue Carmazole 5mg Tablet and seek immediate medical advice.
If I am planning my pregnancy, can I continue taking Carmazole 5mg Tablet?
No, it is advisable not to take Carmazole 5mg Tablet during pregnancy as this may cause birth defects in your baby. You should consult with your doctor because uncontrolled thyroid hormone levels increase the risk of birth defects. In case there is no alternative, your doctor will prescribe the lowest possible dose and adjust it according to your condition. Discontinuing three to four weeks before delivery can decrease complications for your baby.
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. Carmazole 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Carmazole 5mg Tablet is used for the treatment of hyperthyroidism.
- You may have to stop taking it for a while if you are also taking radio-iodine as a treatment for your overactive thyroid.
- It may affect the level of blood cells in your blood. Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, fever, or general illness.
- Stop taking Carmazole 5mg Tablet and Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms of liver damage such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine, or yellowing of the eyes or skin.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
- No common side effects listed.
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Carmazole 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Carmazole 5mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
Carmazole 5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
