THYROWIN 50MG TAB

Overview

THYROWIN 50MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

THYROWIN 50MG TAB is composed of: DEXTROTHYROXINE (50.0 MG)

Dextrothyroxine is specifically used to treat problems related to heart blockages caused by the deposition of fat and high levels of cholesterol. The drug helps to treat the bad cholesterol and triglycerides, lowering its levels and increasing the good cholesterol in the blood. Dextrothyroxine is used in the treatment of Hypercholesterolemia and Hyperlipoproteinemias.

Usage

DEXTROTHYROXINE is generally used to treat: Hypercholesterolemia, Coronary Artery Disease

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Precautions for THYROWIN 50MG TAB and its Constituents


  • Before using Dextrothyroxine, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products (e.g. vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions (e.g. pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side-effects of the drug.
  • Do not use for treatment of obesity
  • Increased serum thyroxine levels are to be expected, do not interpret as hypermetabolism
  • Use with caution in patients with a history of angina pectoris, severe hypertension, or myocardial infarction

Common Side-Effects

DEXTROTHYROXINE : Nervousness, Frequent Urge To Urinate, Head Headache, Body Excessive Sweating, Difficulty Sleeping, Irregular Heartbeat, Chest Discomfort

Serious Side-Effects

DEXTROTHYROXINE : Skin Rash, Heart Attack, Diarrhoea, Indigestion, Abdomen Pain, Loose Motion, Hair Loss, Weight Loss (unintentional), Chest Pain

Disease Interactions

DEXTROTHYROXINE can interfere with: Hypertension, Ischemic Heart Disease, Obesity, Hyperthyroidism, Acute Liver Failure, Acute Renal Failure, Diabetes Mellitus

Technical Classification

DEXTROTHYROXINE is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANTIHYPERLIPIDEMIC AGENTS / ANTIHYPERLIPIDEMIC AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTS

Available Alternatives for THYROWIN 50MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

THYROWIN 50MG TABINR 70.48 for 14 TABLETSDEXTROTHYROXINE 50.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

DEXTROTHYROXINEDEXTROTHYROXINE
THYROWIN 50MCG TABINR 65 for 100 TABLETSDEXTROTHYROXINE 50.0 MCG