Offer - Urjas Oil for just ₹ 1
Methimez is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Hyperthyroidism. Other than this, Methimez has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Methimez depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Methimez can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Methimez are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Methimez's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Methimez has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Methimez related warnings section.
Methimez can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Methimez in conditions like Liver Disease, Blood Clotting Disorders. Other contraindications of Methimez have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Methimez have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Methimez is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Methimez 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 |
|
| Geriatric |
|
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
|
| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
|
| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
|
Is the use of Methimez safe for pregnant women?
Methimez shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Methimez safe during breastfeeding?
Methimez does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Methimez on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Methimez on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Methimez on the Liver?
Methimez can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Methimez on the Heart?
Methimez has very mild side effects on the heart.
Methimez should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Methimez unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Methimez habit forming or addictive?
Methimez does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Methimez you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Methimez only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Methimez is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Methimez
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Methimez and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Methimez
Taking Methimez with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Methimazole
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 253
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 829-831