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Anti Thyrox is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Hyperthyroidism.
The correct dosage of Anti Thyrox depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Anti Thyrox also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Skin Rash, Pain or discomfort. Some other side effects of Anti Thyrox have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Anti Thyrox normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Anti Thyrox has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Anti Thyrox related warnings talks about Anti Thyrox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Anti Thyrox is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Bleeding as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Anti Thyrox are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Anti Thyrox have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Anti Thyrox is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Anti Thyrox is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Anti Thyrox safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Anti Thyrox. If you are pregnant, do not take Anti Thyrox without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Anti Thyrox safe during breastfeeding?
Anti Thyrox may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Anti Thyrox, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Anti Thyrox.
What is the effect of Anti Thyrox on the Kidneys?
Anti Thyrox may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Anti Thyrox on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Anti Thyrox. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Anti Thyrox only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Anti Thyrox on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Anti Thyrox on the heart have been reported.
Anti Thyrox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Anti Thyrox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Anti Thyrox habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Anti Thyrox has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Anti Thyrox as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Anti Thyrox only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Anti Thyrox for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Anti Thyrox
There is no information on the effects of taking Anti Thyrox with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Anti Thyrox
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Anti Thyrox at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 253-255
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Neo-mercazole® (Carbimazole)