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Thyrox 75 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Hypothyroidism. Thyrox 75 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Thyrox 75 Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Thyrox 75 Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Thyrox 75 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Thyrox 75 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Thyrox 75 Tablet related warnings talks about Thyrox 75 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease must refrain from the use of Thyrox 75 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Thyrox 75 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Thyrox 75 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Thyrox 75 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Thyrox 75 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Thyrox 75 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Thyrox 75 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Thyrox Tablet safely.
Is the use of Thyrox 75 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Thyrox Tablet is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Thyrox 75 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Thyrox Tablet has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Thyrox 75 Tablet on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Thyrox Tablet. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Thyrox 75 Tablet on the Heart?
Effects of Thyrox Tablet on heart can be severe. It is not safe to use without doctor's advice.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Thyrox 75 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Thyrox 75 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Thyrox 75 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Thyrox 75 Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Thyrox 75 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Thyrox 75 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Thyrox 75 Tablet
There is no information on the effects of taking Thyrox 75 Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Thyrox 75 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Thyrox 75 Tablet with alcohol will be.
The dose of Thyrox Tablet may vary from case to case basis depending on the medical condition of the patient. You are advised to take it as per your doctor's instructions. The oral form of Thyrox Tablet has to be taken at least half an hour before the meal because the presence of food might affect the absorption of this drug from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with heart diseases, diabetes mellitus, and epilepsy.
Yes, Thyrox Tablet can cause hair loss. It is a rare side effect of this drug. The exact cause of hair loss is unknown. If you are experiencing hair loss after taking this drug, then do discuss it with your doctor.
Yes Thyrox Tablet can be taken with aspirin. Aspirin does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Thyrox Tablet. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Thyrox Tablet 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.
No, Thyrox Tablet is not meant to reduce weight and it can be harmful for the patients to take this medicine for weight loss because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, you are advised to not take Thyrox Tablet for weight loss.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Levo-T® (levothyroxine sodium)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 769-770