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Eltroxin 100 mcg -Aspen Online Medical Store in Pakistan
- Generic Name: Levothyroxine Sodium/Thyroxine Sodium
- Product SKU : imp_fhd_8
Eltroxin 100 mcg -Aspen
100 Tablets in 1 box
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Eltroxin Tablets– Thyroxine Sodium tablets are used to treat hypothyroidism or underactive thyroid, it’s a condition in which the gland thyroid doesn’t make enough thyroid hormone that’s required to regulate the body’s growth and metabolism. Also, Eltroxin tablets are used to treat thyroid goiter (Enlarged thyroid gland) caused by extreme growth of thyroid tissue to compensate for the lack of thyroid hormone. It also treats thyroid cancer. Eltroxin tablets are a placement hormone to relieve the symptoms of hypothyroidism, including muscle weakness, cramps, feeling cold, tiredness, slow heart rate, flaky skin, weight gain and husky voice.
Eltroxin tablets are available in the following doses:
- Eltroxin tablets 100 mcg (0.1mg)
- Eltroxin Tablets 75 mcg (0.075mg)
- Eltroxin tablets 50mcg (0.05mg)
- Eltroxin tablets 25mcg (0.025mg)
How it works
Eltroxin 100 mcg -Aspen Online Medical Store in Pakistan works by replacing thyroid hormone that is normally produced by the body.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
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Duration of Effect
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Safe with Alchohol?
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Is it habit forming?
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Usage in pregnancy?
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Usage while breast-feeding?
Dosage
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Missed Dose
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Overdose
References
- medlineplus.gov - Levothyroxine [Internet]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a682461.html [cited 9/7/2020]. 2020
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Eltroxin 100 mcg -Aspen Online Medical Store in Pakistan
- Shaking and trembling of arms and feet
- Headache
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal cramps
- Nervousness and irritability Rare
- Sleeplessnes
- Excessive sweating
- Fever
- Changes in menstrual cycle
- Temporary hair loss Rare
- Rapid or irregular heartbeat Severe
- Chest pain and discomfort Severe
- Thyrotoxic crisis Severe
Uses of Eltroxin 100 mcg -Aspen Online Medical Store in Pakistan
What is it prescribed for?
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Hypothyroidism
This medicine is used to treat a condition called hypothyroidism where the thyroid gland does not produce thyroid hormones in sufficient quantities.
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Thyroid cancer
This medicine is used along with surgery and radioiodine therapy for the treatment of thyroid cancer. It is also used to treat or prevent an enlarged thyroid gland (goiter) associated with thyroid cancer or radiation therapy.
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Myxedema coma
This medicine is used to treat a severe form of hypothyroidism known as myxedema coma. This condition is characterized by altered mental state, poor circulation, and poor metabolism. It is a life-threatening condition requiring immediate medical intervention.
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The effect of this medicine can be observed within 3-5 days of oral administration. Upon intravenous injection, the effect can be observed within 6-8 hours.
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Duration of Effect
The time duration for which this medicine remains effective in the body is subject to vary based on the thyroid hormone levels.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is safe for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is safe for use while breastfeeding. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to levothyroxine, thyroid hormone, or any other ingredients present with it.
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Thyrotoxicosis
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have an excess of thyroid hormone in the body due to overactive glands or hyperthyroidism.
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Adrenal insufficiency
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with an untreated condition where the adrenal glands do not produce steroid hormones in adequate quantities (adrenal insufficiency). Therapy with this medicine in such patients could lead to worsening of the condition of the patient.
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Acute myocardial infarction
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have recently had an episode of a heart attack.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is safe for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is safe for use while breastfeeding. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
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Other medicines
Report the use of all medicines including dietary supplements and herbal preparations to the doctor before starting treatment with Eltroxin 100 mcg Tablet since the likelihood of interactions is significantly high.
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Other diseases
Report the incidence of all your previous and active medical conditions to the doctor before starting treatment with this medicine. Your doctor may make appropriate adjustments in the dose and the duration of therapy based on your clinical condition.
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Thyroid nodules
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with thyroid nodules. Its use is contraindicated if the serum TSH level is already suppressed.
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Use in postmenopausal women
This medicine is not recommended for use in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis, heart disease, or any other systemic illness. Long-term use of this medicine may cause a decrease in bone mineral density, which may increase the risk of fractures.
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Treatment of obesity
This medicine should not be used for the treatment of obesity, especially in patients with normal thyroid hormone levels.
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Treatment of infertility
This medicine should not be used for the treatment of male/female infertility unless associated with low thyroid hormone levels.
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Dose adjsutments
Appropriate dose adjustments should be done based on the patient's disease profile, use of other medicines, food habits, and other parameters. Underdosing or overdosing may lead to severe side effects.
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Change of brands
It is advised to consult a doctor or a trained healthcare professional before switching from one brand of this medicine to another. Use of different formulations may cause undesired side effects.
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Use in elderly
This medicine should be used with caution in the elderly population since the risk of side effects are significantly high.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. If it is almost the time for the next scheduled dose, then the missed dose can be skipped. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
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Overdose
Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose with this medicine is suspected. Symptoms may include a headache, shaking and trembling of hands and feet, nervousness, irritability, fast and pounding heartbeats, etc.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Carbamazepine Moderate
- Phenytoin Moderate
- Warfarin Moderate
- Ethinyl Estradiol Moderate
- Rifampicin Moderate
- Epinephrine Moderate
- Phenobarbital Moderate
- Insulin and other anti diabetic medicines Moderate
- Ketamine Moderate
- Testosterone Moderate
- Amphetamine Moderate
- Antacids containing calcium/magnesium/aluminum Moderate
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Cardiovascular disease Severe
This medicine should be used with caution in patients having a disease of the heart and the blood vessels. Treatment should be initiated at the lowest possible dose with frequent monitoring of cardiovascular functions. If the symptoms of the heart disease worsen, then appropriate dose reductions should be done on priority.
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Diabetes Moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients having diabetes or any other endocrine disorder due to the increased risk of worsening of the condition of the patient. Appropriate dose adjustments and clinical monitoring are advised during treatment with this medicine. The dose of insulin or other anti-diabetic medicines should be adjusted appropriately both during treatment with Eltroxin 100 mcg Tablet and while discontinuing therapy with Eltroxin 100 mcg Tablet.
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Food items containing calcium may reduce the effects of this medicine if both are taken together. There should be a minimum time gap of 4 hours between the consumption of these food items and Eltroxin 100 mcg Tablet. It is advised that you discuss your food habits and diet with the doctor before starting treatment with this medicine. Medicines or food supplements containing multivitamins with minerals may reduce the effects of this medicine if both are taken together. There should be a minimum time gap of 4 hours between the consumption of multivitamins with minerals and Eltroxin 100 mcg Tablet. It is advised that you inform your doctor about all your current medicines including herbal products before starting treatment with Eltroxin 100 mcg Tablet.
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Information not available. This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Other details
- To be taken on an empty stomach
- To be taken in morning
- Does not cause sleepiness
References
- practo.com - Levo-Thyroxine (Synthetic) [Internet]. Available from: https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/levo-thyroxine-synthetic-159-api [cited 08 July 2019]. 18 Oct 2017
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