Thyrox 62.5mcg 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.

Thyrox 62.5mcg Tablet is used to treat deficiency of chemical controlling growth and energy production

Uses of Thyrox Tablet

Side effects of Thyrox 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 Thyrox

Palpitations
Vomiting
Anxiety
Diarrhea
Weight loss
Nervousness
Increased appetite
Tremors

How to use Thyrox 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. Thyrox 62.5mcg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

How Thyrox Tablet works

Thyrox 62.5mcg 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 Thyrox 62.5mcg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Thyrox 62.5mcg Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Thyrox 62.5mcg 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

Thyrox 62.5mcg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Thyrox 62.5mcg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Thyrox 62.5mcg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Thyrox 62.5mcg 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, Thyrox 62.5mcg 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 Thyrox 62.5mcg Tablet as all brands may not have the same effect.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Iodinated amino acid derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

HORMONES

Action Class

Thyroid hormones

Patient concerns

i am taking eltroxin 100 mcg tab daily one but i am getting cramps in right hand and some times i breath fast i want to change my elctoxin 100 mcg to generic medicine suggest me

Dr. Tapas Kumbhkar

Internal Medicine

You can take tab Thyrox 100ug 1OD

I am a hypothyro patient. I feel week muscles and shivering hands. I always have 95 to 110 heart beat at rest which makes me restless. I feel my nerves system should be more strong to combat daily life situation and stress. I feel weak in my legs even i smoke half ciggerette.I am taking thyrox 200 and cobadex forte daily pls suggest what to do I

Dr. Vikas Sharma

Neurology

Possibly u are on high dose of Thyrox Get thyroid test done

For thyroid currently i am taking thyrox 50mg daily but my TSH level increased from 4.41 to 8.75 pl confirm dosage of thyrox

Dr. Ila Jain Khandelwal

Pathology

Dear PATIENT from 1mg. Your reports shows the following important things: 1. Your blood glucose and HbA1c levels are high, I suggest you should consult a Diabetologist for this. 2. your Hemoglobin and iron levels are low, for this I suggest you should have a diet rich in iron like green leafy vegetables, fruits etc. 3. Your TSH level is high, for this I suggest you should consult a Endocrinologist for the review of your treatment.

I am suffering from hypertension and thyroid from last 15yrs. Taking Telimica-AMH and Thyrox 100 for same. I taking care of my food but my weight and Thyiod still not controlled due to this feel lazy all the day and having pain In my legs specific in feet Pls refer to my revent test from thyrocare And suggest the way forward

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

Take Tab Thyronorm 150 mcg daily empty stomach and stop Thyrox. Get TSH done after 2 month and send the reports

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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 Thyrox 62.5mcg Tablet?

You should take Thyrox 62.5mcg 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 Thyrox 62.5mcg Tablet be taken?

Take Thyrox 62.5mcg Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor. Thyrox 62.5mcg 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 Thyrox 62.5mcg Tablet?

Thyrox 62.5mcg 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 Thyrox 62.5mcg Tablet affect contraception?

Oral birth control pills, which contain both estrogen and progesterone may reduce the amount of Thyrox 62.5mcg Tablet in your body and therefore the dose of Thyrox 62.5mcg Tablet may have to be increased.

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