Thyrowin 25mcg Tablet (100'S)

Manufacturer: Abbott

Salt Composition : Dextrothyroxine(25mcg)

Prescription
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₹56.35

Bottle of 100 Tablet

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Thyrowin 25mcg Tablet can be taken with or without food. You can take it at any time of day but try to take it at the same time each day. Most people with high cholesterol do not feel ill, but if you stop taking this medicine, your condition could get worse. This may lead to your cholesterol levels rising up again and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke.

It is important to have your cholesterol levels checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of a treatment program which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake, and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to avoid foods that are high in fat.

Common side effects of this medicine include chest pain, an irregular heartbeat, sweating, diarrhea, headache, or skin rash. If you experience any such side effect that does not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know.

Before taking this medicine it is better to let your doctor know about all the other medicines that are prescribed to you. This medicine may interfere with the working of other medicines such as blood sugar controlling medicines. This medicine should be taken with caution if you are suffering from any kidney or liver disease. Also, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should not take this medicine without consulting the doctor. Your doctor may ask to get regular tests for kidney function while you are taking this medicine.


Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

Dextrothyroxine is a antihyperlipidemic. The mechanism of action is not completely understood, but dextrothyroxine apparently acts in the liver to stimulate formation of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and, to a much greater extent, to increase catabolism of LDL.


Pharmacokinets

The mechanisms of pharmacokinetic interactions involve drug metabolizing enzymes, drug transporters and orphan nuclear receptors that regulate at the transcriptional level the expression of enzymes and transporters.


Side Effects

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 Thyrowin

Diarrhea

Skin rash

Headache

Increased body temperature

Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)

Chest pain

Sweating


Contra Indications

Most of the drugs are contraindicated in patients who have suffered or are suffering from cardiac disorders, lungs or liver disorders or renal malfunctioning. In such cases, immense precaution is required in the determination of the dosage.


Pregnancy Related Information

Thyrowin 25mcg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.


Product And Alcohol Interaction

Consuming alcohol with Thyrowin 25mcg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.


Breast Feeding Related Information

Thyrowin 25mcg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.


Indications

Dextrothyroxine is a thyroid hormone used to treat hyperlipidemia. The major hormone derived from the thyroid gland. Thyroxine is synthesized via the iodination of tyrosines (monoiodotyrosine) and the coupling of iodotyrosines (diiodotyrosine) in the thyroglobulin.


Interactions

A number of drugs have been shown to impair the absorption of levothyroxine; these drugs include calcium carbonate, aluminum- containing antacids, sucralfate, iron supplements, cholestyramine, sevelamer, and, possibly, ciprofloxacin, raloxifene, and orlistat.

Typical Dosage

Do not chew, crush or break it. Thyrowin 25mcg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Storage Requirements

Store below 30°C


Expert Advice

Take it as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.

Take it with or without food.

Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor lipid levels, kidney function, and lung function while you are taking this medicine.

Inform your doctor if you notice muscle pain or muscle weakness while you are taking this medicine.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. 

How To Use

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. Thyrowin 25mcg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.