Methimez 10 Tablet (Methimazole 10mg)

Methimez 10 Tablet is used for the treatment of hyperthyroidism, a condition where the thyroid gland produces an excessive amount of thyroid hormones. It is also used to relieve the symptoms of hyperthyroidism before thyroid surgery or radioactive iodine treatment. This medicine works by inhibiting the secretion of thyroid hormones, thus reducing its level.

Methimez 10 Tablet can cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, back pain, cough, etc. Most of these are temporary and resolve within some time. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or worsen.

Methimez 10 Tablet is taken with food to avoid stomach discomfort. Take this medicine at the same time every day to maintain a constant level of medicine in your blood. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor as your symptoms could reoccur.

Methimez 10 Tablet is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor about your current medications and medical conditions before taking this medicine. This will help your doctor to adjust your dose for avoiding any side effects. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Major & minor side effects for Methimez 10 Tablet

Back pain

Chest pain

Fever

Cough

Sore throat

Yellow eyes or skin

Nausea and vomiting

Rash

What is it prescribed for?

Hyperthyroidism

Hyperthyroidism occurs when your thyroid gland (a butterfly-shaped gland located in your neck) produce excess thyroxine hormone. It can increase metabolism leading to unexpected weight loss, rapid or irregular heartbeat, sweating and irritability, Methimez 10 Tablet is used to relieve the symptoms of hyperthyroidism before thyroid surgery or radioactive iodine treatment.

Allergy

Methimez 10 Tablet is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Methimez 10 Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnancy as this medicine may affect your developing foetus. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Methimez 10 Tablet is not recommended if you are breastfeeding as it passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

General warnings

Hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) is a condition in which your thyroid gland does not produce essential hormones to the body. Methimez 10 Tablet should be used with caution as it may excessively lower your thyroid levels and cause hypothyroidism.

Agranulocytosis

Agranulocytosis is a condition involving a severe and dangerous lowered white blood cell count. Methimez 10 Tablet should be used with extreme caution if you have this disorder as it may worsen your condition. Consult your doctor if you develop pale skin, fever, chills, weakness, fatigue etc.

Surgeries

Methimez 10 Tablet should be used with extreme caution while planning for surgeries as it may cause excessive bleeding. Your doctor may stop this medicine prior to your surgery or adjust the dose for your safety.

Missed Dose

The missed dose of Methimez 10 Tablet should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is already time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose of Methimez 10mg Tablet.

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Prednisolone

Leflunomide

Anticoagulants

Fluphenazine

Teriflunomide

Efavirenz

Clozapine

Carvedilol

Disease interactions

Liver Disease

Methimez 10 Tablet is broken down and converted into its active form for absorption in your body. If you have liver problems, accumulation of this medicine may take place in the liver leading to worsening of compromised liver and other undesirable effects.

Blood Dyscrasias

Methimez 10mg Tablet should be used with caution if you have blood dyscrasias (any disorder of the blood) as it may lower your blood cells which may worsen your condition. Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood cell count and/or adjust your dose if required.

Bleeding disorders

Methimez 10 Tablet should be used with caution if you have any bleeding disorders as it may lower your blood cells and increase bleeding. Your doctor may adjust your dose or replace it with another medicine if required.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.

This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

You should take Methimez 10mg Tablet as instructed by your doctor. Do not crush, break or chew the tablets.

Methimez 10mg Tablet is given for the long term. Therefore, complete the whole treatment for maximum benefits.

Keep Methimez 10 Tablet away from children and pets. Throw away the unused medicine safely after the expiry date.

You should not take this medicine in larger amounts than prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects.