Eltroxin 100 mg

Trade Name:

Eltroxin 100 mg

Composition

Each tablet contains:

Levothyroxine sodium 100 mcg

Inactive ingredients:

Microcrystalline cellulose, starch, magnesium stearate, talc.

Properties

Synthetic levorotatory isomer of thyroxine. After partial transformation into triiodothyronine (in the liver and kidneys) and transition into the cells of the body, it affects the development and growth of tissues, and metabolism. In small doses, it has an anabolic effect on protein and fat metabolism. In medium doses, it stimulates growth and development, increases the need for oxygen in tissues, stimulates the metabolism of proteins, fats and carbohydrates, increases the functional activity of the cardiovascular system and the central nervous system. In large doses, it inhibits the production of thyrotropin-releasing hormone of the hypothalamus and thyroid-stimulating hormone of the pituitary gland.

The therapeutic effect is observed after 7-12 days, during the same time the effect persists after the drug is discontinued. The clinical effect in hypothyroidism appears after 3-5 days. Diffuse goiter decreases or disappears within 3-6 months.

Indications

-hypothyroidism;

— euthyroid goiter;

— as a replacement therapy and for the prevention of recurrence of goiter after resection of the thyroid gland;

Dosage and administration

The daily dose is determined individually depending on the indications.

Levothyroxine in a daily dose is taken orally in the morning on an empty stomach, at least 30 minutes before a meal, drinking a tablet with a small amount of liquid (half a glass of water) and not chewing.

Contraindications

-increased individual sensitivity to the drug;

— untreated thyrotoxicosis;

— acute myocardial infarction, acute myocarditis;

Side effects

With the correct use of L-thyroxine under the supervision of a physician, side effects are not observed.

With increased sensitivity to the drug, allergic reactions may occur. The development of other side effects is due to an overdose of the drug.

With an overdose of the drug, symptoms characteristic of thyrotoxicosis are observed: palpitations, heart rhythm disturbance, heart pain, anxiety, tremor, sleep disturbance, increased sweating, increased appetite, weight loss, diarrhea. Depending on the severity of the symptoms, the doctor may recommend a decrease in the daily dose of the drug, a break in treatment for several days, and indication of beta-blockers. After the disappearance of side effects, treatment should be started with caution at a lower dose.

Storage

Store at a temperature not exceeding 25 degrees.

Package:

The carton box contains a plastic jar of 100 tablets.