Carbivue 10mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicine called anti-thyroid agents. It is used in the treatment of hyperthyroidism. It reduces the amount of thyroid hormones produced by the thyroid gland.

You should take it in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. But, before taking it report to doctor if you have any known allergy to this medication. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to check the levels of blood cells in your blood. Remember to inform doctor if you experience unexplained bleeding, fever, or general illness. Your doctor may advice for monitoring of liver function.

It may cause skin rash, headache, paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation) and hair loss as its side effects.

Uses of Carbivue Tablet

Hyperthyroidism

Benefits of Carbivue Tablet

In Hyperthyroidism

Carbivue 10mg Tablet reduces the amount of thyroid hormone in your body and also helps relieve the symptoms of hyperthyroidism. These include palpitations, feeling anxious, sweaty or shaky, and being intolerant to heat. This will help you have a better quality of life. Keep taking it as advised by the doctor to get maximum benefit.

Side effects of Carbivue 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 Carbivue

Headache
Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
Nausea
Joint pain
Skin rash
Itching
Gastrointestinal disturbance

How to use Carbivue 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. Carbivue 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Carbivue Tablet works

Carbivue 10mg Tablet is an anti-thyroid medication. It works by reducing the amount of thyroid hormones produced by the thyroid gland.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Carbivue 10mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Carbivue 10mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Carbivue 10mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Carbivue 10mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Carbivue 10mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Carbivue 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Carbivue 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Carbivue Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Carbivue 10mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Carbivue 10mg Tablet is used for the treatment of hyperthyroidism.
You may have to stop taking it for a while if you are also taking radio-iodine as a treatment for your overactive thyroid.
It may affect the level of blood cells in your blood. Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, fever, or general illness.
Stop taking Carbivue 10mg Tablet and Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms of liver damage such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine, or yellowing of the eyes or skin.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Carbonylimidazoles Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

HORMONES

Action Class

Antithyroid agents-Thyroid peroxidase inhibitors

Patient concerns

Hyperthyroidism - Tremors, Insomnia and breathlessness.

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

your symptoms are because of Hyperthyroidism. Treatment requires that you be examined in clinic and clinical findings along with your reports will guide the Doctor to prescribe appropriate treatment. Also get ECG done

TSH level 0.08 first trimester

Dr. Suman Rao

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

You are having hyperthyroidism. Consult an endocrinologist

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Sexology

i hope ur hyperthyroidism is under control1.stop smoking and alcohol 2.join a gym and reduce weight. Do weight lifting exercises. 3.tablet sildenafil or viagra 1 tablet 1 hour before sexual activity. 4.Get tested so that u don?t have any of the following causes: 1.heart diseases 2. diabetes 3.neurological problems 4.hormonal problems 5.drug side effects

FAQs

Q. Can I just stop taking Carbivue 10mg Tablet?

No, you should not stop taking Carbivue 10mg Tablet even if you start feeling better. You may have to take it for several months depending on your investigations. The duration of the treatment will continue till the thyroid hormone levels return to normal. This duration may vary from six months to 18 months. Your doctor will decide when the treatment should be stopped.

Q. How long does Carbivue 10mg Tablet take to work?

You may start feeling better within 1-3 weeks of starting Carbivue 10mg Tablet. However, it usually takes 4-8 weeks to see the full benefits of the treatment.

Q. Can Carbivue 10mg Tablet cause hair loss?

Carbivue 10mg Tablet may cause hair loss but not in everyone. It has been seen that on discontinuing Carbivue 10mg Tablet or replacing Carbivue 10mg Tablet with another medicine, there is improvement, and hair loss reverses.

Q. Who should not take Carbivue 10mg Tablet?

You should not take Carbivue 10mg Tablet if you have serious liver disorder or serious blood disorder. You should also avoid taking this medicine if you are pregnant or are allergic to Carbivue 10mg Tablet or any of the ingredients present in it Carbivue 10mg Tablet.

Q. My sister is taking Carbivue 10mg Tablet for overactive thyroid gland. She frequently gets sore throat and stops and restarts the treatment again and again. Is there any risk if she continues to take Carbivue 10mg Tablet when she has sore throat?

Very rarely, Carbivue 10mg Tablet interferes with the bone marrow and causes a drastic drop in white blood cells. These white blood cells are a part of the body's defense against bacterial infections, such as sore throats. So, a sore throat can sometimes be the first clue that Carbivue 10mg Tablet is affecting the bone marrow. Your sister should contact her doctor and get a blood test. If a blood test shows her white blood cell count to be normal, then she can continue Carbivue 10mg Tablet. If not, she should stop the treatment after consulting the doctor.

Q. How does Carbivue 10mg Tablet affect children?

The effectiveness and side effects of Carbivue 10mg Tablet in children are more or less the same as in adults. Carbivue 10mg Tablet should not be used in children less than 2 years of age.

Q. I have been taking warfarin, so will it have any effect on Carbivue 10mg Tablet therapy?

If you have started taking Carbivue 10mg Tablet, the dose of warfarin may need adjustment. You should consult your doctor and get your bleeding time checked so that the dose can be adjusted according to the results of the investigations.

Q. Even if my liver is normal, can Carbivue 10mg Tablet cause any liver problems?

Yes, Carbivue 10mg Tablet may cause liver problems, though not in everyone. A very common side effect of Carbivue 10mg Tablet can be the yellowing of skin and eyes (jaundice). It may also cause abnormal liver function tests, hepatitis, etc. If you notice jaundice, you should discontinue Carbivue 10mg Tablet and seek immediate medical advice.

Q. If I am planning my pregnancy, can I continue taking Carbivue 10mg Tablet?

No, it is advisable not to take Carbivue 10mg Tablet during pregnancy as it may cause abnormalities in your baby. You should consult your doctor because if your thyroid hormone levels are not controlled, the chances of birth defects in your baby are much more. In case Carbivue 10mg Tablet is the only option for you, your doctor will prescribe the lowest possible dose, which will be regulated according to your condition. You can stop it 3-4 weeks before delivery to reduce the chances of complications in your baby.

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