Uses, Side Effects, Price of Lethyrox 150mcg Tablet 50'S

LETHYROX 150MCG contain Levothyroxine sodium which is a synthetic thyroid hormone and is chemically identical to thyroxine produced by the thyroid gland. Treatment with levothyroxine sodium helps in replacing missing thyroid hormone and in all forms of underactive thyroid function (hypothyroidism) or after the removal of the thyroid gland. The thyroid hormone is vital for normal growth and development. Lack of the right amount of thyroid hormones leads to slowing down in the natural functions of our body. Hypothyroidism is a condition where enough thyroid hormones required are not produced by the body. Some of the most common symptoms of hypothyroidism are tiredness, weight gain, and feeling depressed. It helps in replacing the thyroxine that your thyroid gland cannot produce and prevent the symptoms of hypothyroidism.

Always take LETHYROX 150MCG exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Before taking this medicine tell your doctor if you have ever had kidney disease, heart disease, or pancreas problems. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine. The most common side effects such as restlessness, insomnia, diarrhea, changes in menstrual cycle in women, etc.

USES OF LETHYROX 150MCG:

• Helps in replacing the thyroxine that your thyroid gland cannot produce and prevent the symptoms of hypothyroidism.

HOW LETHYROX 150MCG WORKS:

Levothyroxine sodium is a synthetic thyroid hormone that is identical to the natural occurring thyroid hormone thyroxine or T4, produced by the thyroid gland. Thyroxine regulates the production of another hormone called thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) which in turn controls how much thyroxine is produced. Levothyroxine sodium regulates TSH production in the same way and therefore, substitutes for a lack of endogenous thyroxine (produced by the thyroid gland).

SIDE EFFECTS OF LETHYROX 150MCG:

COMMON

• Angina pain (pain in the chest, particularly when taking exercise e.g. walking uphill)
• Fever
• Intolerance to heat
• Mild hair loss is seen in children
• In women-changes to your periods
• Irregular heartbeats
• Palpitations (loud, thumping heartbeat)
• Muscle cramps or weakness

FAQs:

Q1 What LETHYROX 150MCG is used for? It is used to treat an underactive thyroid gland (hypothyroidism). The thyroid gland makes thyroid hormone which helps to control energy levels and growth. It is taken to replace the missing thyroid hormone.

Q2 What happens if I take LETHYROX 150MCG with food? The absorption of this medicine in the gut is decreased when taken with some foods and other drugs. Hence patients are usually instructed to take on an empty stomach 30-60 minutes before food intake to avoid erratic absorption of this medicine.