Drug information on Thyronorm (12.5 mcg) (Thyroxine) from Abbott India Ltd

Medical Condition(s) for which Thyronorm (12.5 mcg) may be prescribed

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Nervousness, excitability, tremor, muscle weakness, cramps, increased sweating, flushing, heat intolerance, headache, insomnia, rapid heart rate, palpitations, chest pain, excessive weight loss, menstrual irregularities, diarrhea and vomiting.

Adults: Initial dose of 50-100mcg increased by 25-50 mcg at 3-4 weeks interval. Max: 150-300mcg daily.
Children: 25-150-mcg daily with 25mcg increments every 2-4 weeks.

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, on an empty stomach.

Contraindicated in patients with untreated hyperthyroidism, recent heart attack and hypersensitivity.

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of difficulty in swallowing, heart disease, high blood pressure, bleeding disorder, anemia, sugar, osteoporosis, fertility problems, other thyroid problems, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• Monitor blood sugar regularly while taking this medication.

Avoid excess dosage.

Store it at room temperature.