Thyrox 200 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Hypothyroidism. The alternative uses of Thyrox 200 Tablet have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Thyrox 200 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Thyrox 200 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Thyrox 200 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Thyrox 200 Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Thyrox 200 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Thyrox 200 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Thyrox 200 Tablet in conditions like Heart Disease. Other contraindications of Thyrox 200 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Thyrox 200 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Thyrox 200 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Thyrox 200 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Thyrox 200 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Thyrox 200 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Thyrox Tablet safely.
Is the use of Thyrox 200 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Thyrox Tablet is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Thyrox 200 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Thyrox Tablet has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Thyrox 200 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 200 Tablet on the Heart?
Effects of Thyrox Tablet on heart can be severe. It is not safe to use without doctor's advice.
Thyrox 200 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Thyrox 200 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Thyrox 200 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Thyrox 200 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Thyrox 200 Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Thyrox 200 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Thyrox 200 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Thyrox 200 Tablet
There is no information on the effects of taking Thyrox 200 Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Thyrox 200 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Thyrox 200 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