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Dosage

Missed Dose
Overdose

Interactions

Carbamazepine   (Moderate)

Phenytoin   (Moderate)

Warfarin   (Moderate)

Ethinyl Estradiol   (Moderate)

Rifampicin   (Moderate)

Epinephrine   (Moderate)

Phenobarbital   (Moderate)

Insulin and other anti diabetic medicines   (Moderate)

Ketamine   (Moderate)

Testosterone   (Moderate)

Amphetamine   (Moderate)

Antacids containing calcium/magnesium/aluminum   (Moderate)

Prescribes

Hypothyroidism

This medicine is used to treat a condition called hypothyroidism where the thyroid gland does not produce thyroid hormones in sufficient quantities.

Thyroid cancer

This medicine is used along with surgery and radioiodine therapy for the treatment of thyroid cancer. It is also used to treat or prevent an enlarged thyroid gland (goiter) associated with thyroid cancer or radiation therapy.

Myxedema coma

This medicine is used to treat a severe form of hypothyroidism known as myxedema coma. This condition is characterized by altered mental state, poor circulation, and poor metabolism. It is a life-threatening condition requiring immediate medical intervention.

Side Effects

Shaking and trembling of arms and feet  

Headache  

Nausea and Vomiting  

Diarrhea  

Abdominal cramps  

Nervousness and irritability   (Rare)

Sleeplessnes  

Excessive sweating  

Fever  

Changes in menstrual cycle  

Temporary hair loss   (Rare)

Rapid or irregular heartbeat   (Severe)

Chest pain and discomfort   (Severe)

Thyrotoxic crisis   (Severe)

Warnings

Other medicines
Other diseases
Thyroid nodules
Use in postmenopausal women
Treatment of obesity
Treatment of infertility
Dose adjsutments
Change of brands
Use in elderly
Pregnancy
Breast-feeding

When Not To Use

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to levothyroxine, thyroid hormone, or any other ingredients present with it.

Thyrotoxicosis

This medicine is not recommended for use if you have an excess of thyroid hormone in the body due to overactive glands or hyperthyroidism.

Adrenal insufficiency

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with an untreated condition where the adrenal glands do not produce steroid hormones in adequate quantities (adrenal insufficiency). Therapy with this medicine in such patients could lead to worsening of the condition of the patient.

Acute myocardial infarction

This medicine is not recommended for use if you have recently had an episode of a heart attack.