Uses, Side Effects, Price of Thyronil 50mcg Tablet 10'S

THYRONIL 50MCG TABLET contains Thyroxine which belongs to the group of medicines called Thyroid hormone receptors. It is used as a replacement therapy in the treatment of primary (thyroidal), secondary (pituitary), and tertiary (hypothalamic) congenital or acquired hypothyroidism.

It is also used as an adjunct to surgery and radioiodine therapy in the management of thyrotropin-dependent well-differentiated papillary or follicular carcinoma (a differentiated thyroid cancer where cancer develops from the follicular cells and grows slowly) of the thyroid gland.

Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland doesn't produce enough thyroid hormone in the bloodstream. It is characterized by symptoms such as weakness, increased sensitivity to cold, constipation, dry skin, weight gain, puffy face, hoarseness and muscle weakness.

THYRONIL 50MCG TABLET is not recommended for use if you had a heart attack, acute myocarditis (inflammation/swelling of the heart muscle) or acute pancarditis (general inflammation/ swelling of the heart) recently.

USES OF THYRONIL 50MCG TABLET:

• Treats primary, secondary, and tertiary congenital or acquired hypothyroidism.
• To manage thyrotropin-dependent well-differentiated papillary or follicular carcinoma of the thyroid gland (with an adjunct to surgery and radioiodine therapy).

HOW THYRONIL 50MCG TABLET WORKS:

THYRONIL 50MCG TABLET works by replacing the thyroid hormone which the thyroid gland fails to produce in sufficient quantity in the body thus treating the symptoms of hypothyroidism.

SIDE EFFECTS OF THYRONIL 50MCG TABLET:

RARE

• Hair loss
• Seizures (fits)

Stop taking THYRONIL 50MCG TABLET and contact your doctor if you experience any of the following side effects:

• Signs of heart problems such as chest pain, rapid/irregular heartbeat, pounding heartbeat, and shortness of breath.
• Signs of a heart attack such as crushing chest pain that radiates to the left arm and/or jaw, sweating, nausea, vomiting, and shortness of breath.
• Signs of serious allergic reactions such as rash, raised red patches, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat and difficulty swallowing or breathing.
• Signs of the seizure (fits) include muscle twitching, changes in emotions, confusion, or loss of consciousness with uncontrollable shaking.
• Signs of increased pressure in the brain (in children) such as headaches, vision problems or complete loss of vision, double vision, ringing in the ears, or pain in the arms.

FAQs:

Q1 What is THYRONIL 50MCG TABLET used for? THYRONIL 50MCG TABLET is used as a replacement therapy in the treatment of primary (thyroidal), secondary (pituitary) and tertiary (hypothalamic) congenital or acquired hypothyroidism. It is also used as an adjunct to surgery and radioiodine therapy in the management of thyrotropin-dependent well-differentiated papillary/follicular carcinoma of the thyroid gland.

Q2 Who should avoid taking THYRONIL 50MCG TABLET? THYRONIL 50MCG TABLET is not recommended for use if you had a recent heart attack, acute myocarditis (inflammation/swelling of the heart muscle), or acute pancarditis (general inflammation/swelling of the heart). It is not indicated for use in patients with an overactive thyroid gland or untreated adrenal insufficiency (inability of adrenal glands to make enough of the hormone cortisol). Consult your doctor before taking THYRONIL 50MCG TABLET.

Q3 How does THYRONIL 50MCG TABLET work? THYRONIL 50MCG TABLET works by replacing the thyroid hormone which the thyroid gland fails or unable to produce in sufficient quantity in the body thus treating the symptoms of hypothyroidism.