Thyronex 12.5 Tablet
bottle of 100.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Thyroxine (12.5mcg) |
| Manufacturer: | Zeelab Pharmacy Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Thyronex 12.5 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 Thyronex 12.5 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.
Thyronex 12.5 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 lead to nervousness, anxiety, a rapid heartbeat, shaking hands, excessive sweating, weight loss, and sleep problems. You should immediately consult your doctor.
How long do I need to take Thyronex 12.5 Tablet?
You should take Thyronex 12.5 Tablet as long as your doctor has recommended. It is often prescribed for the long term, and you may require lifelong treatment. Do not stop taking the medicine because your symptoms of low thyroid hormone levels may return.
How should Thyronex 12.5 Tablet be taken?
Take Thyronex 12.5 Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor. It is best to take it orally, preferably before breakfast or as the first meal of the day. Swallow it whole with plenty of water.
Being a diabetic what should I be aware of while taking Thyronex 12.5 Tablet?
Thyronex 12.5 Tablet may raise blood sugar levels and may affect the working of other anti-diabetic medicines that you might be taking, thus dose adjustments might be necessary. Please consult your doctor who will help with appropriate 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. Additionally, it is important for digestion, heart function, brain development, and bone health.
Does Thyronex 12.5 Tablet affect contraception?
Oral birth control pills containing both estrogen and progesterone may reduce the amount of Thyronex 12.5 Tablet in your body, possibly requiring an adjustment in your dosage.
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. Thyronex 12.5 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
- Thyronex 12.5 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, Thyronex 12.5 Tablet can be a lifelong medication. Do not discontinue it without discussing with 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 Thyronex 12.5 Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breastfeed
Thyronex 12.5 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
Thyronex 12.5 Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
