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Levothyroxine Sodium uses and side effect

Indication

Replacement therapy in hypothyroidism, Severe and chronic hypothyroidism, TSH suppression, Myxoedema coma.

Contra Indication

Elderly, cardiovascular disorders (including hypertension). Untreated hyperthyroidism, uncorrected adrenal failure, recent MI.

Caution

Angina, heart failure, DM, diabetes insipidus, elderly, long-standing hypothyroidism, adrenal insufficiency, myxoedema. Do not use for treatment of obesity or for wt loss. Pregnancy, lactation.

Side Effect

Heart Palpitations, Abdominal Pain, Nausea, Anxiousness, Confusion, Agitation, Insomnia, Weight loss, and Increased Appetite. Difficulty Breathing, Shortness of Breath, or Swelling of the face and tongue. Acute overdose may cause fever, hypoglycemia, heart failure, coma and unrecognized adrenal insufficiency.

Reference - Harmons

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  • Androgens
  • Corticosteroids
  • Oestrogens & Progesterones
  • Thyroid Function
  • Trophic Harmons
Medicines containing Levothyroxine Sodium

Cadila Pharmaceuticals LimitedCadila Pharmaceuticals Limited

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