Vimker 25 Tablet
bottle of 100.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Thyroxine (25mcg) |
| Manufacturer: | Makers Laboratories Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Vimker 25 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 Vimker 25 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.
Vimker 25 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).
How long does it take to get the full effect?
It may take 6 to 8 weeks to get the full effect.
Can I stop taking Vimker 25 Tablet?
No, you should not stop taking Vimker 25 Tablet without discussing your doctor. It may take several weeks before your symptoms start to improve. You may need to take it for the rest of your life.
What are the common side effects?
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.
Can I take Vimker 25 Tablet during pregnancy?
Vimker 25 Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
Can I take Vimker 25 Tablet while breastfeeding?
Vimker 25 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.
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. Vimker 25 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
- Vimker 25 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, Vimker 25 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.
- Palpitations (irregular heartbeat)
- Vomiting
- Anxiety
- Diarrhea
- Weight loss
- Tremors
- Increased appetite
- Restlessness
Alcohol
Consuming alcohol with Vimker 25 Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breastfeed
Vimker 25 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
Vimker 25 Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
