Uthyrox 75 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Hypothyroidism. Other than this, Uthyrox 75 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Uthyrox 75 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Uthyrox 75 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Uthyrox 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, Uthyrox 75 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Uthyrox 75 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Uthyrox 75 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Uthyrox 75 Tablet in conditions like Heart Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Uthyrox 75 Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Uthyrox 75 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Uthyrox 75 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Uthyrox 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 |
| 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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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Uthyrox 75 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Uthyrox 75 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Uthyrox safely.
Is the use of Uthyrox 75 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Uthyrox does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Uthyrox 75 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Uthyrox on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Uthyrox 75 Tablet on the Liver?
Uthyrox 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 Uthyrox 75 Tablet on the Heart?
Uthyrox can cause side effects that could harm the heart. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Uthyrox 75 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Uthyrox 75 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Uthyrox 75 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Uthyrox 75 Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Uthyrox 75 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Uthyrox 75 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Uthyrox 75 Tablet
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Uthyrox 75 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Uthyrox 75 Tablet
Information about the interaction of Uthyrox 75 Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Uthyrox might cause menstrual changes or irregularities. However, the exact cause menstrual changes are unknown. If you are experiencing menstrual changes after taking this drug then discuss it with your doctor.
The dose of Uthyrox 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 Uthyrox 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.
No, Uthyrox should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Uthyrox 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 Uthyrox works in restoring the normal levels of this hormone which our body requires to complete these essential tasks.
No, Uthyrox 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.
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