Methimazole
Written By Dr. Nikita SainiLast updated 29 Sep 2026 | 10:18 AM (UTC)
Methimazole Uses
Methimazole is used in the treatment of hyperthyroidism.
How Methimazole works
Methimazole is an anti-thyroid medication. It works by reducing the amount of thyroid hormones produced by the thyroid gland.
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Mtmazole
Daxia Healthcare
₹46 to ₹84
2 variant(s)
Methimercazole
Abbott
₹208 to ₹371
3 variant(s)
Methimez
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹204 to ₹390
2 variant(s)
Methimzole
Steris Healthcare Pvt Ltd
₹41 to ₹78
2 variant(s)
Metnimez
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹32 to ₹43
2 variant(s)
Promazole
4Care Lifescience Pvt Ltd
₹46 to ₹79
2 variant(s)
Expert advice for Methimazole
- Methimazole 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 Methimazole 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.



