Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Eltroxin is a brand name of thyroxine and it comes in the form of a tablet. It is a prescription drug which is used for the treatment of diseases that arises due to deficiency of thyroid hormones such as hypothyroidism, pituitary TSH suppression, stupor, Hashimoto's disease, myxedema coma, and goiter.

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Eltroxin contains thyroxine which is a synthetic form of naturally occurring thyroid hormone that is produced by the thyroid gland (butterfly gland) in our body. It works by restoring the normal levels of thyroxine in the body whose deficiency is resulting in the disease or disorder. Thyroid hormone helps in the synthesis and regulation of certain hormones (adrenaline and dopamine). It also helps in breaking down (Metabolism) the proteins and processing carbohydrates and vitamins which maintains body weight along with growth and development. In this way Eltroxin works in restoring the normal levels of this hormone which our body requires to complete these essential tasks.

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Eltroxin might cause high blood pressure and increased heartbeat as well because it helps in the regulation of certain hormones such as adrenaline in our body which might affect the heartbeat and blood pressure.

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Eltroxin is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to use this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Eltroxin does not cause dry mouth. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. However, if you are experiencing dry mouth after taking this drug then it might be caused by other reason. You are advised to discuss it with your doctor if it persists or becomes severe.