Thyroban 50mcg Tablet
bottle of 100.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Thyroxine (50mcg) |
| Manufacturer: | Bangalore Antibiotics & Biologicals Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Thyroban 50mcg 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 Thyroban 50mcg 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.
Thyroban 50mcg 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).
What should I do if I accidentally take more than the dose required?
An overdose of this medicine may cause nervousness, anxiety, rapid heartbeat, hand tremors, excessive sweating, weight loss, and sleep problems. You should immediately contact your healthcare provider or go to the nearest emergency room.
How long do I need to take Thyroban 50mcg Tablet?
You should take Thyroban 50mcg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Usually, it is prescribed for long-term use and you may have to take it lifelong. Do not stop taking the medicine, as your symptoms of low levels of thyroid hormone may reoccur.
How should Thyroban 50mcg Tablet be taken?
Take Thyroban 50mcg Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor. Thyroban 50mcg Tablet should be taken orally preferably before breakfast or as a first meal of the day. It should be swallowed whole with plenty of water.
Being a diabetic, what should I be aware of while taking Thyroban 50mcg Tablet?
Thyroban 50mcg Tablet may raise blood sugar levels and may affect the working of other anti-diabetic medicines which you might be taking. Therefore, dose adjustment may be required. Consult your doctor who will help you with dose management.
What does thyroxine do? Why is it important?
Thyroxine hormone controls how much energy your body uses. It plays an important role in regulating your body weight, muscle strength, body temperature, and even your mood. Along with that, it is crucial for your digestion, heart muscles, brain development, and bone health.
Does Thyroban 50mcg Tablet affect contraception?
Oral birth control pills, which contain both estrogen and progesterone may reduce the amount of Thyroban 50mcg Tablet in your body and therefore the dose of Thyroban 50mcg Tablet may have to be increased.
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. Thyroban 50mcg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
- Thyroban 50mcg Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach (ideally first thing in the morning). No food, milk, or tea should be taken 1 hour before and 2 hours after taking this medicine.
- It may take 6 to 8 weeks to get the full effect.
- For most people, Thyroban 50mcg Tablet can be a lifelong medication. Do not discontinue it without discussing your doctor.
- Inform your doctor if you have diarrhea, nervousness, irritability, sleep disturbances, shaking hands, or chest pain. Your doctor may adjust your dose.
- Leave a gap of at least 4 hours before taking any antacids, calcium or iron supplements, and multivitamins as these may interfere with the effect of the medicine.
Alcohol
Consuming alcohol with Thyroban 50mcg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breastfeed
Thyroban 50mcg 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.
Pregnancy
Thyroban 50mcg Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
