Drug classes

Thyroid and Parathyroid Hormone Preparations

MFDS drug class 02430

This is a classification of drugs that regulate thyroid and parathyroid hormones.

Representative ingredients

The ingredients most often used in single-ingredient medicines of this type.

Commonly used for

What kind of medicines are these?

These medications are used to treat hormonal imbalances caused by hypothyroidism or abnormal parathyroid function. They improve symptoms resulting from thyroid hormone deficiency or parathyroid hormone abnormalities.

Thyroid hormones supplement or regulate the levels of thyroid hormones in the body, affecting metabolism and energy production. Parathyroid hormones help regulate the metabolism of calcium and phosphorus, aiding in the maintenance of bone health.

Good to know

This classification includes medications related to thyroid and parathyroid hormones and is distinct from hyperthyroidism treatments or other endocrine system medications.

Medicines in this class

Even within the same class, dosage form and prescription status can differ.

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Drug classes are only attached to medicines covered by the MFDS pill identification data, so this list does not include every medicine.

SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.