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Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet

Carbimazole (5mg)

₹208.14 ₹244.8715% Off


Product Code: 58446
Availability: In Stock
Manufacturer: Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Constituents

Carbimazole (5mg)

Usage of Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet

  • Hyperthyroidism

Description of Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet

You should take it in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. But, before taking it report to doctor if you have any known allergy to this medication. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to check the levels of blood cells in your blood. Remember to inform doctor if you experience unexplained bleeding, fever, or general illness. Your doctor may advice for monitoring of liver function. It may cause skin rash, headache, paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation) and hair loss as its side effects.

Possible Side-effects

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Anti-Thyrox

  • Headache
  • Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
  • Nausea
  • Joint pain
  • Skin rash
  • Itching
  • Gastrointestinal disturbance

Unit

100 tablets

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How to use Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet

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. Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Medicine Works

Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet is an anti-thyroid medication. It works by reducing the amount of thyroid hormones produced by the thyroid gland.

Related Warnings

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

There is limited information available on the use of Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Expert Advice

  • Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet is used for the treatment of hyperthyroidism.
  • You may have to stop taking it for a while if you are also taking radio-iodine as a treatment for your overactive thyroid.
  • It may affect the level of blood cells in your blood. Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, fever, or general illness.
  • Stop taking Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet and Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms of liver damage such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine, or yellowing of the eyes or skin.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • Can I just stop taking Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet?

    No, you should not stop taking Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet even if you start feeling better. You may have to take it for several months depending on your investigations. The duration of the treatment will continue till the thyroid hormone levels return to normal. This duration may vary from six months to 18 months. Your doctor will decide when the treatment should be stopped.

  • How long does Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet take to work?

    You may start feeling better within 1-3 weeks of starting Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet. However, it usually takes 4-8 weeks to see the full benefits of the treatment.

  • Can Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet cause hair loss?

    Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet may cause hair loss but not in everyone. It has been seen that on discontinuing Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet or replacing Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet with another medicine, there is improvement, and hair loss reverses.

  • Who should not take Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet?

    You should not take Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet if you have serious liver disorder or serious blood disorder. You should also avoid taking this medicine if you are pregnant or are allergic to Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet or any of the ingredients present in it Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet.

  • My sister is taking Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet for overactive thyroid gland. She frequently gets sore throat and stops and restarts the treatment again and again. Is there any risk if she continues to take Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet when she has sore throat?

    Very rarely, Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet interferes with the bone marrow and causes a drastic drop in white blood cells. These white blood cells are a part of the body's defense against bacterial infections, such as sore throats. So, a sore throat can sometimes be the first clue that Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet is affecting the bone marrow. Your sister should contact her doctor and get a blood test. If a blood test shows her white blood cell count to be normal, then she can continue Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet. If not, she should stop the treatment after consulting the doctor.

  • How does Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet affect children?

    The effectiveness and side effects of Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet in children are more or less the same as in adults. Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet should not be used in children less than 2 years of age.

  • I have been taking warfarin, so will it have any effect on Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet therapy?

    If you have started taking Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet, the dose of warfarin may need adjustment. You should consult your doctor and get your bleeding time checked so that the dose can be adjusted according to the results of the investigations.

  • Even if my liver is normal, can Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet cause any liver problems?

    Yes, Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet may cause liver problems, though not in everyone. A very common side effect of Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet can be the yellowing of skin and eyes (jaundice). It may also cause abnormal liver function tests, hepatitis, etc. If you notice jaundice, you should discontinue Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet and seek immediate medical advice.

  • If I am planning my pregnancy, can I continue taking Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet?

    No, it is advisable not to take Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet during pregnancy as it may cause abnormalities in your baby. You should consult your doctor because if your thyroid hormone levels are not controlled, the chances of birth defects in your baby are much more. In case Anti-Thyrox 5 Tablet is the only option for you, your doctor will prescribe the lowest possible dose, which will be regulated according to your condition. You can stop it 3-4 weeks before delivery to reduce the chances of complications in your baby.

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