Levothroid [Levothyroxine sodium] is a synthetic version of the thyroid hormone, thyroxine that is released by the thyroid gland. The active content of this medication is levothyroxine sodium. This drug is used as a thyroid medication. Levothroid [Levothyroxine sodium] is indicated in the treatment of an underactive thyroid. It is further useful in the management of few other thyroid problems. Levothroid [Levothyroxine sodium] is a man made thyroid hormone that is used as a thyroid hormone replacement drug
This thyroid medication is made available in two forms – tablet and injection. The generic and the branded tablets of Levothroid [Levothyroxine sodium] may differ. They may differ in the quantity of the composition of levothyroxine, distribution and absorption of levothyroxine. The reason of prescribing Levothroid [Levothyroxine sodium] is to maintain normal blood thyroxine levels.
Replacement therapy is to be usually taken for life. It may take several weeks for improvement to occur after taking the medicine. Avoid stopping the medicine without the consulting of your physician. Constant monitoring to assess the effectiveness of Levothroid [Levothyroxine sodium] should be done by performing the laboratory and/or medical tests.
If one misses a dose of Levothroid [Levothyroxine sodium] then, the missed dose should be taken immediately when one remembers. But in case time for the next dose is approaching then skip the missed dose and continue with the usual dosing schedule. Doubling of doses to compensate for the missed dose should be avoided. Immediate medical attention should be sought, if overdosing of Levothroid [Levothyroxine sodium] occurs. The symptoms of overdose are profuse sweating, nervousness, chest pain, irregular heart beat and seizures.
How to use
This medicine is to be taken orally and on an empty stomach. It should be taken with water. One dose of Levothroid [Levothyroxine sodium] is to be taken in a day, prior to breakfast.
Side Effects
Generally the drug Levothroid [Levothyroxine sodium] is well tolerated. The side effects are insomnia, chest pain, appetite decreased, rapid or irregular heart beat, difficulty in breathing, allergic reaction, swelling, etc, etc.
Drug Interaction
The drugs that interact with the action of Levothroid [Levothyroxine sodium] are insulin, drugs used for blood thinning, epinephrine, metoprolol,digoxin, theophylline, cholesterol reducing agents, estrogen containing birth pills and calcium or magnesium antacids.
Uses
Levothroid [Levothyroxine sodium] is prescribed in hypothyroidism and is used to replace the hormone that is produced by the thyroid gland. It is also useful in the treatment of goiters, thyroid nodules, thyroiditis and thyroid cancer.
Storage
The drug Levothroid [Levothyroxine sodium] is to be stored in a tight container and away from light and moisture. It should be stored at room temperature 15-30°C.
Precaution
• Caution is to be taken while prescribing Levothroid [Levothyroxine sodium] in children.
• Keep your physician informed prior to taking Levothroid [Levothyroxine sodium], if you suffer from overactive thyroid conditions, heart attack, congestive heart failure, diabetes, bone loss disease, adrenal gland complaints, etc.
• Levothroid [Levothyroxine sodium] is not to be taken either alone or in combination with diet pills.
• Levothroid [Levothyroxine sodium] can be taken in pregnancy and during breastfeeding.
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