Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet
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Product introduction
Tertroxin 25mcg 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.
Before you start taking Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet, your doctor will do a blood test to see what dose you need. Once you start taking the medicine, you will have regular blood tests to see how well it is working, and the dose may be adjusted from time to time. It is best taken on an empty stomach before your first meal of the day. You should take this medicine regularly to get the maximum benefit. It may take several weeks before your symptoms start to improve. You may need to take it for the rest of your life. If you stop taking it, your symptoms are likely to come back.
The most common side effects of this medicine are caused by taking a higher dose than you need. Possible side effects include arrhythmias, dyspnea, headache, and nervousness among others. Most side effects will disappear once you are on the right dose. Call your doctor straight away if you have a very high temperature, fast or irregular heart rate, low blood pressure, yellowness in the eye/skin, confusion, or fits.
Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet may cause weight loss but should not be prescribed or taken to treat obesity. If you become pregnant while taking this medicine, inform your doctor right away as the dose may have to be increased/readjusted. Many other drugs affect the way this medicine works. Ask your doctor for advice if you are taking any other medications.
Uses of Tertroxin Tablet
Side effects of Tertroxin 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 Tertroxin
- Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)
- Headache
- Nervousness
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Muscle weakness
- Increased appetite
- Weight loss
- Diarrhea
- Heat intolerance
- Irregular menstrual cycle
- Skin rash
How to use Tertroxin 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. Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Tertroxin Tablet works
Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet is a synthetic form of thyroid hormone triiodothyronine. It works by supplying the thyroid hormones normally produced by the body and treats an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Tertroxin Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Tertroxin 25mcg 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Carefully monitor your sugar level regularly if you are diabetic since Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet may worsen your sugar level and increase antidiabetic agents or insulin requirements.
- 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.
- Seek immediate medical help if you experience chest pain, shortness of breath, fatigue, vomiting, diarrhea, or skin rash.
- You may experience hair loss after starting the treatment with Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet. Although this is temporary, consult your doctor if it bothers you.
- Carefully monitor your sugar level regularly if you are diabetic since Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet may worsen your sugar level and increase antidiabetic agents or insulin requirements.
- 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.
- Seek immediate medical help if you experience chest pain, shortness of breath, fatigue, vomiting, diarrhea, or skin rash.
- You may experience hair loss after starting the treatment with Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet. Although this is temporary, consult your doctor if it bothers you.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Phenylalanine and derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
HORMONES
Action Class
Thyroid Hormones
Interaction with drugs
Taking Tertroxin with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Liothyronine may reduce blood levels of Aminophylline.
Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Liothyronine may reduce blood levels of Theophylline.
Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Digoxin may increase the effect of Liothyronine.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your levels of Digoxin along with your overall treatment and adjust the do
Liothyronine may increase the effect of Acenocoumarol.
Your doctor may frequently monitor your blood clotting time.
Liothyronine may increase the effect of Phenindione.
Your doctor may frequently monitor your blood clotting time.
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is the best time to take Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet?
It is best to take Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet on an empty stomach, at least 30 minutes before or 2 hours after food. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take it at the same time each day and do not take it more often than directed.
Does Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet raise blood sugar?
Yes, Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet may worsen blood sugar levels and thus increase the need of antidiabetic medications in patients with diabetes. Carefully monitor your blood sugar level while taking this drug.
Can Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet be used for weight loss?
No, Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet should not be used to treat obesity or for weight loss. It is ineffective for weight reduction and when taken in larger amounts, may cause more serious side effects.
Can Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet be taken at night?
Yes, you can take your thyroid medication at night, as long as you are taking it on an empty stomach.
Does Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet cause hair loss?
Yes, while taking this medicine, your hair may become brittle, break, or fall from the roots. These conditions tend to resolve once the treatment is stopped. Be gentle when brushing and washing hair to manage hair loss.
Can Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet be given during pregnancy?
Pregnancy may increase Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet requirements. Serum thyroid stimulating hormone levels should be monitored and the dosage should be adjusted during pregnancy.
How to get relief from diarrhea while on treatment with Tertroxin 25mcg Tablet?
Food items with soluble fiber can help relieve diarrhea as they help absorb excess fluid from the body. These food items include bananas (ripe), oranges, boiled potatoes, white rice, curd, and oatmeal. Diarrhea can also cause dehydration in the body, so drink 8-10 glasses of water to avoid it. You can also have soups and juices frequently to hydrate yourself.
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