Ingredient

Propylthiouracil

Propylthiouracil is a medication used to treat hyperthyroidism.

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MFDS ingredient code M223317

What does it do?

Propylthiouracil is a drug that inhibits the excessive production of thyroid hormones, primarily used in the treatment of hyperthyroidism. This ingredient helps alleviate symptoms by regulating thyroid hormones.

Propylthiouracil decreases hormone levels by interfering with the synthesis of thyroid hormones in the thyroid gland. It also regulates thyroid function by inhibiting the activation process of thyroid hormones.

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Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Unlike other thyroid inhibitors, propylthiouracil has the characteristic of blocking the activation stage of thyroid hormones. This makes it effective for the treatment of hyperthyroidism and preferred by some patients.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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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.
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