Lethyrox 100 Tablet (Thyroxine 100mcg)

Lethyrox 100 Tablet

Lethyrox 100 Mcg Tablet is the primary hormone which is secreted by the thyroid gland. This medication plays an important role in controlling body metabolism and regulates the functions of the heart and the digestive tract. It also keeps the bones strong, helps in development of the brain and controls muscle growth.

Patients should consult their doctors before using this medication, who have medical problems like:

Hypertension
Heart disease
Problems with cholesterol
Diabetes
Overactive or underactive thyroid
Problems with the functioning of the pituitary gland.
The drug is meant to be taken orally, ideally in the morning just before breakfast. In case of a skipped dose, you can take 2 doses at the same time the next day. In case if an underactive thyroid, the hormone may be replaced with Thyrox 100Mcg Tablet.

The dosage of Lethyrox 100Mcg Tablet is generally determined by the doctor, who decides the dose depending on the age as well as weight of the individual. A patient’s present health condition and medical history is also kept in mind when determining the dose.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Endocrinologist before using this medicine.

Use

Following is the use of this drug

Hypothyroidism

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Side Effects

Common side effects of this drug are as follows

Anxiety

Vomiting

Diarrhoea

Palpitations

Nervousness

Weight Loss

Tremor

Dosage

Are there any missed dose instructions?

If you miss a dose of this medication, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?

Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

Work

This medicine acts as an alternative to natural thyroxine hormone (T4) secreted by the thyroid gland. It gets converted into an active metabolite (T3) in the kidney and liver. The thyroid hormones combine with thyroxine-binding globulin and thyroxine-binding prealbumin to escalate solubility. It, then, combines with thyroid hormone receptors in the nucleus and cytoplasm.