Lethyrox 75 Tablet

Short Description

Lethyrox 75 Tablet is a medicine used to treat an underactive thyroid gland (hypothyroidism). It replaces the hormone which is not being produced by your thyroid gland in sufficient quantity and helps regulate your body’s energy and metabolism.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Before you start taking Lethyrox 75 Tablet, your doctor will do a blood test to see what dose you need. Once you start taking the medicine, you will have regular blood tests to see how well it is working and the dose may be adjusted from time to time. It is best taken on an empty stomach before your first meal of the day. You should take this medicine regularly to get the maximum benefit. It may take several weeks before your symptoms start to improve. You may need to take it for the rest of your life. If you stop taking it, your symptoms are likely to come back.

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. Lethyrox 75 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Side Effects

palpitations (irregular heartbeat), vomiting, anxiety, diarrhea, weight loss, tremors, increased appetite, and restlessness

Alcohol Warning

Consuming alcohol with Lethyrox 75 Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

Breastfeeding Warning

Lethyrox 75 Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Lethyrox 75 Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.

Interacting Medicines

Many other drugs affect the way this medicine works. Ask your doctor for advice if you are taking any other medications.

Lethyrox 75 Tablet 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 in a sufficient quantity and relieves the symptoms of hypothyroidism (tiredness, weight gain, and depression).

Lethyrox 75 Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach (ideally first thing in the morning). No food, milk, or tea should be taken 1 hour before and 2 hours after taking this medicine. It may take 6 to 8 weeks to get the full effect. For most people, Lethyrox 75 Tablet can be a lifelong medication. Do not discontinue it without discussing your doctor. Inform your doctor if you have diarrhea, nervousness, irritability, sleep disturbances, shaking hands, or chest pain. Your doctor may adjust your dose. Leave a gap of at least 4 hours before taking any antacids, calcium or iron supplements, and multivitamins as these may interfere with the effect of the medicine. Get your hormone levels checked regularly and inform your doctor if you notice a significant change in your body weight. The dose may need to be adjusted. Inform your doctor before changing the brand of Lethyrox 75 Tablet as all brands may not have the same effect.