Liothyronine Medication Information
Get detailed information on Liothyronine, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.
The updated prescription information on Liothyronine provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.
You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Liothyronine Pronunciation : lye oh thye' roe neen ICD Code : Y42.1 Therapeutic Classification : Thyroid and Antithyroid AgentsTrade Names/Brand Names of Liothyronine
Thyrocon (100 mcg) |
Thyrosec (125 mcg) |
Thyobuild (25 mg) |
Thyroup (75 mcg) |
Thyropil (25 mcg) |
Thyrox (12.5 mcg) |
Thyrofit (50 mcg) |
Lethyrox (75 mcg) |
Thyrosec (100 mcg) |
Thyrofit (75 mcg)
International :
Cytomel
Why is Liothyronine Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a thyroid hormone, prescribed for myxedema. It is also used to treat goiter (enlarged thyroid gland). It reverses hypothyroidism symptoms.When should Liothyronine not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with untreated thyrotoxicosis, heart attack and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Liothyronine?
The recommended dose is 5 to 25 mcg per day.How should Liothyronine be taken?
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, as a single dose before breakfast every day.What are the warnings and precautions for Liothyronine?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart or blood vessel disease, high blood pressure, overactive thyroid, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• It may affect blood sugar level, monitor sugar level regularly.
• Patient may experience with certain symptoms like shaking of the hands, nervousness, difficulty in sleeping, headache, change in appetite, diarrhea, weight loss etc., if it is so consult with your doctor.
What are the side effects of Liothyronine?
Central Nervous System - Tremor, headache, nervousness, irritability and sleeplessness.Gastrointestinal - Weight loss, stomach upset, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach cramps and increased appetite.
Miscellaneous - Excessive sweating, fever, changes in menstrual cycle and sensitivity to heat.
