Thyroxine 0.075 mg Tablets (Levothyroxine Sodium Hydrate)

Adult dose

Adults: The usual oral dose of levothyroxine sodium is 25-400㎍ once daily. The usual initial dose is 25-100㎍, and the maintenance dose is 100-400㎍. However, the dose may be adjusted as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

This medication is not effective and may be dangerous if used by people with normal thyroid function for the purpose of weight loss. Particularly, caution should be exercised as serious side effects may occur when taken in conjunction with sympathomimetics. Patients with heart diseases, thyroid dysfunction, and those allergic to this medication should not take it. Patients with certain genetic disorders, such as lactose intolerance, should also avoid it. Patients with hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, adrenal dysfunction, diabetes, and the elderly should adjust the dosage and be monitored carefully while using this medication. In case of overdose, various side effects such as rapid heartbeat, arrhythmia, insomnia, headache, vomiting, and muscle pain may occur, necessitating caution. If any allergic reactions such as liver dysfunction or skin rashes occur while taking this medication, it should be discontinued immediately, and consultation with a healthcare professional is advised. Patients with hypothyroidism are advised to start at a low dose and gradually increase the dose, and diabetic patients should be vigilant about blood sugar control. This medication may interact with other drugs, so if you are taking other medications, be sure to inform your healthcare provider. It is important not to discontinue treatment during pregnancy, and caution should be exercised if breastfeeding. For children, early diagnosis and treatment can aid in growth and development, and the elderly should start with a low dose and increase it slowly. In case of overdose, appropriate emergency measures such as inducing vomiting, gastric lavage, providing oxygen, and administering beta-blockers may be necessary. Regular thyroid function tests should be performed while taking this medication, and consultation with a healthcare provider should be sought immediately if any abnormal symptoms occur.

• Palpitations
• increased heart rate
• arrhythmia
• angina
• increased pulse pressure
• tremors
• insomnia
• headache
• dizziness
• sweating

This medicine is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container that protects it from light. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius to ensure the effectiveness and safety of the medication.

Appearance

Pink round tablet

Package unit

100 tablets/bottle