Iodo

Composition for Iodo Products

Iodo Products are primarily used for

Hypothyroidism

About Iodo Products

Uses of Iodo Products

Thyroxine is used in the treatment of hypothyroidism.

Iodo Products side effects

Common

Side Effects of Iodo are Headache, Fatigue, Electrolyte imbalance, Dizziness, Muscle cramp.

Severe

Side Effects of Iodo are Vomiting, Diarrhea, Palpitations, Nervousness, Weight loss, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Tremors, Irregular menstrual cycle, Increased appetite, Increased sweating, Hair loss, Muscle weakness, Fever, Hyperactivity, Heat intolerance, Irritability, Decreased fertility, Reduction in bone density.

How Iodo Products work

Thyroxine is a synthetic version of a hormone produced by the thyroid gland. It works by replacing the thyroid hormones that your thyroid gland cannot produce and relieves the symptoms of hypothyroidism (tiredness, weight gain, and depression).

Patient Concerns about Iodo Products

Frequently asked questions about Iodo Products

Frequently asked questions about Thyroxine

Q. What should I do if I accidentally take more than the dose required?
An overdose of this medicine may cause nervousness, anxiety, rapid heartbeat, hand tremors, excessive sweating, weight loss, and sleep problems. You should immediately consult your doctor in case of an overdose.
Q. How long do I need to take Iodo 100mcg Tablet?
You should take Iodo 100mcg Tablet as long as your doctor has recommended. Usually, it is prescribed for the long term and you may have to take it lifelong. Do not stop taking the medicine, as your symptoms of low levels of thyroid hormone may reoccur.
Q. How should Iodo 100mcg Tablet be taken?
Take Iodo 100mcg Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor. Iodo 100mcg Tablet should be taken orally preferably before breakfast or as a first meal of the day. It should be swallowed whole with plenty of water.
Q. Being a diabetic what should I be aware of while taking Iodo 100mcg Tablet?
Iodo 100mcg Tablet may raise blood sugar levels and may affect the working of other anti-diabetic medicines which you might be taking. Hence, dose adjustment may be required. Consult your doctor who will help you with dose management.
Q. What does thyroxine do? Why is it important?
Thyroxine hormone controls how much energy your body uses. It plays an important role in regulating your body weight, muscle strength, body temperature, and even your mood. Along with that, it is important for your digestion, heart muscles, brain development, and bone health.
Q. Does Iodo 100mcg Tablet affect contraception?
Oral birth control pills, which contain both estrogen and progesterone may reduce the amount of Iodo 100mcg Tablet in your body and therefore the dose of Iodo 100mcg Tablet may have to be increased.

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Iodo 100mcg Tablet
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