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Levothyroxine - oral

(lee-voe-thye-rox-een)

common brand names: Levothroid, Levoxyl, Synthroid, Unithroid

Warning: this medication should not be used ether alone or in combination with diet pills to treat obesity or for weight loss because serious, even life-threatening, effects could occur. big doses of this med, especially with diet pills, may cause symptoms of toxicity. see Side Effects & Overdose sections for more info.

Simular Drugs : Synthroid, Synthroid

Related Drugs : Synthroid, Synthroid, Synthroid

Synthroid Usage: Levothyroxine is used to replace hormone that is normally produced by thyroid gland for a condition known as hypothyroidism. it is important to have adequate levels about thyroid hormone in youre bloodstream at order for various organ systems in your body to function properly. this medication is used to treat other types of thyroid disorders as well (e.g., certain types of goiters, thyroid nodules, thyroiditis, & thyroid cancer).

How to use Synthroid: Take this drug on an empty stomach. it is usually taken as single per day dose before breakfast. for kid who cannot swallow whole tablets, crush tablet and mix in 1 or two teaspoons (5 or 10 ml) of water, and give using spoon or dropper as soon as possible after preparation. do not store the mixture since later use. do not mix crushed pills in soybean infant formula. Consult you're physician for more information. your healthcare professional may need to adjust your dosage based on your medical condition, your response to therapy and you're laboratory test results. do not stop taking this medication without consulting with your doctor. Replacement therapy is usually taken since life. this may take few weeks before you notice an improvement in your symptoms.

Synthroid side effects: Symptoms of low thyroid levels include fatigue, muscle aches, constipation, dry skin, weight gain, slow heart rate, sensitivity to cold, or dry brittle hair that tends to fall out easily. These symptoms should disappear as your body adjusts to medication. If they persist or become bothersome, notify your doctor promptly. Headache, nervousness, trembling, sweating, increased appetite, diarrhea, weight loss or insomnia may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify you're your physician promptly. in rare instances, some hair loss may occur during the 1-st few months of starting this drug. this effect is usually temporary as your body adjusts to it drug. If this effect persists or worsens, notify your doctor promptly. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these unlikely but serious side effects: chest pain, rapid or irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath. Tell your healthcare professional immediately if you have any of these very unlikely but serious side effects: seizures. An allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate healthcare attention if this occurs. Symptoms about an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your healthcare professional or physician.

Synthroid Precautions: this med should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your healthcare professional or pharmacist if you have: overactive thyroid conditions (e.g., thyrotoxicosis), heart attack (acute myocardial infarction), adrenal gland problems (e.g., uncorrected adrenal insufficiency). do not use thyroid drugs since weight control. Before using this medication, tell your healthcare professional or doctor your medical history, especially of: heart problems (e.g., hypertension, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, coronary artery disease), diabetes, male or female infertility problems, bone loss disease (e.g., osteoporosis), other hormone disorders (e.g., hypothalamic/pituitary hormone deficiencies, autoimmune polyglandular syndrome), other thyroid problems (e.g., nontoxic diffuse goiter, nodular thyroid disease), blood clotting disorders, any allergies. Notify your healthcare professional or dentist that you taking it pill prior to any surgery. Caution is advised when using this drug in kid because overuse may reduce child's future adult height. Consult youre physician for details. Caution is advised when using this drug in elderly because they may be more sensitive to effects of tablet. Current information shows that this tablet may be used during pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant because you're dose will have to be adjusted. Small amounts of this tablet pass into breast milk. Consult you're physician before breast-feeding.

Synthroid drug interactions: Before using this drug, tell you're doctor or physician of all prescription & nonprescription medications you may use, especially of: warfarin, digoxin, estrogen products (including estrogen-containing birth control pills), diabetes medicines (e.g., insulin, glipizide, rosiglitazone), amiodarone, iodide (including radiographic contrast agents containing iodine), lithium, anti-thyroid agents (e.g., methimazole, propylthiouracil), androgens/anabolic steroids, glucocorticoids (e.g., dexamethasone, prednisone), high dose salicylates (e.g., aspirin), phenobarbital, rifamycins (e.g., rifampin), beta blockers (e.g., propranolol), antidepressants (e.g., amitriptyline, maprotiline, sertraline), cytokines (e.g., interferon-alpha, interleukin-2), growth hormones, ketamine, theophylline. check labels on every your medicines (e.g., cough-and-cold products, diet aids) because they may contain ingredients such as decongestants or caffeine that could increase your heart rate or blood pressure. Ask your doctor about the safe use of these goods. Certain medicines may decrease absorption of this drug into your bloodstream. Therefore, take levothyroxine 4 hours apart from: calcium supplements, iron supplements, aluminum, calcium or magnesium antacids, simethicone, cholestyramine, colestipol, sucralfate, sodium polystyrene sulfonate. Certain foods may decrease absorption of this med when taken at the same clock. Take levothyroxine separately from: soybean flour (soybean infant formula), walnuts, dietary fiber. do not start or stop any medicine with-out pharmacist or pharmacist approval.

Synthroid Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact some your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include: excessive sweating, extreme nervousness, irregular heartbeat, chest pain, seizures.

Synthroid special notes: Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., thyroid function tests) should be done periodically to monitor effectiveness of it pill. Inform your doctor if you change to a different brand about thyroid hormone.

If you missed Synthroid dose: If you miss dose, take it as soon as you remember. If Its near time of the next dose, skip the missed dose & resume some your usual dosing schedule. do not double dose to catch up. Call your doctor if you miss two or more doses in row.

Synthroid Storage: Store at room temperature (77 degrees F or 25 degrees C) away from light & moisture. Brief storage between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 & 30 degrees C) is permitted. do not store in bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children & pets.

Active Ingredients : Levothyroxine