Euthyroid 50 Tablet
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Product introduction
Euthyroid 50 Tablet is a medicine used to treat an underactive thyroid gland (hypothyroidism). It replaces the hormone which is not being produced by your thyroid gland in sufficient quantity and helps regulate your body’s energy and metabolism.
Euthyroid 50 Tablet is used to treat deficiency of chemical controlling growth and energy production
Euthyroid 50 Tablet is used to treat deficiency of chemical controlling growth and energy production
Uses of Euthyroid Tablet
Benefits of Euthyroid Tablet
In Treatment of Hypothyroidism
Euthyroid 50 Tablet is a synthetic version of thyroxine, a hormone that is naturally produced in your body. When your body does not produce enough thyroxine, you get hypothyroidism. Some symptoms of hypothyroidism include tiredness, weight gain, and muscle aches. This medicine raises your hormone level to the right amount and helps you get rid of these symptoms. For most people, this is a lifelong medication and should not be discontinued without talking to your doctor.
It may take a while for this medicine to work properly. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to determine the effectiveness of this medicine and to make sure that you are on the right dose.
It may take a while for this medicine to work properly. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to determine the effectiveness of this medicine and to make sure that you are on the right dose.
Side effects of Euthyroid Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Euthyroid
- Palpitations
- Vomiting
- Anxiety
- Diarrhea
- Weight loss
- Nervousness
- Increased appetite
- Tremors
How to use Euthyroid Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Euthyroid 50 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How Euthyroid Tablet works
Euthyroid 50 Tablet is a synthetic version of a hormone produced by the thyroid gland. It works by replacing the thyroid hormones that your thyroid gland cannot produce in a sufficient quantity, and relieves the symptoms of hypothyroidism (tiredness, weight gain, and depression).
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Euthyroid 50 Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Euthyroid 50 Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Euthyroid 50 Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Euthyroid 50 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Euthyroid 50 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Euthyroid 50 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Euthyroid 50 Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach (ideally, first thing in the morning). No food, milk, or tea should be taken 1 hour before and 2 hours after taking this medicine.
- It may take 6 to 8 weeks to get the full effect.
- For most people, Euthyroid 50 Tablet can be a lifelong medication. Do not discontinue it without discussing your doctor.
- Inform your doctor if you have diarrhea, nervousness, irritability, sleep disturbances, shaking hands, or chest pain. Your doctor may adjust your dose.
- Leave a gap of at least 4 hours before taking any antacids, calcium or iron supplements, and multivitamins, as these may interfere with the effect of the medicine.
- Get your hormone levels checked regularly and inform your doctor if you notice a significant change in your body weight. The dose may need to be adjusted.
- Inform your doctor before changing the brand of Euthyroid 50 Tablet as all brands may not have the same effect.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Iodinated amino acid derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
HORMONES
Action Class
Thyroid hormones
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Euthyroid 50 Tablet
Once A Day
51%
Once A Week
48%
Alternate Day
1%
What are you using Euthyroid Tablet for?
Hypothyroidis*
100%
*Hypothyroidism
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
100%
What were the side-effects while using Euthyroid 50 Tablet?
Enlarged thyr*
50%
No Side Effec*
50%
*Enlarged thyroid gland, No Side Effect
FAQs
Q. What should I do if I accidentally take more than the dose required?
An overdose of this medicine may cause nervousness, anxiety, rapid heartbeat, hand tremors, excessive sweating, weight loss, and sleep problems. You should immediately consult your doctor in case of an overdose.
Q. How long do I need to take Euthyroid 50 Tablet?
You should take Euthyroid 50 Tablet as long as your doctor has recommended. Usually, it is prescribed for the long term and you may have to take it lifelong. Do not stop taking the medicine, as your symptoms of low levels of thyroid hormone may reoccur.
Q. How should Euthyroid 50 Tablet be taken?
Take Euthyroid 50 Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor. Euthyroid 50 Tablet should be taken orally preferably before breakfast or as a first meal of the day. It should be swallowed whole with plenty of water.
Q. Being a diabetic what should I be aware of while taking Euthyroid 50 Tablet?
Euthyroid 50 Tablet may raise blood sugar levels and may affect the working of other anti-diabetic medicines which you might be taking. Hence, dose adjustment may be required. Consult your doctor who will help you with dose management.
Q. What does thyroxine do? Why is it important?
Thyroxine hormone controls how much energy your body uses. It plays an important role in regulating your body weight, muscle strength, body temperature, and even your mood. Along with that, it is important for your digestion, heart muscles, brain development, and bone health.
Q. Does Euthyroid 50 Tablet affect contraception?
Oral birth control pills, which contain both estrogen and progesterone may reduce the amount of Euthyroid 50 Tablet in your body and therefore the dose of Euthyroid 50 Tablet may have to be increased.
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