L-Thyro 50 Tablet is a medicine used to treat an underactive thyroid gland (hypothyroidism). It replaces the hormone which is not being produced by your thyroid gland in sufficient quantity and helps regulate your body’s energy and metabolism.

L-Thyro 50 Tablet is used to treat deficiency of chemical controlling growth and energy production

Uses of L-Thyro Tablet

Side effects of L-Thyro Tablet

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 them

Common side effects of L-Thyro

Palpitations
Vomiting
Anxiety
Diarrhea
Weight loss
Nervousness
Increased appetite
Tremors

How to use L-Thyro 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. L-Thyro 50 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

How L-Thyro Tablet works

L-Thyro 50 Tablet is a synthetic version of a hormone produced by the thyroid gland. It works by replacing the thyroid hormones that your thyroid gland cannot produce in a sufficient quantity, and relieves the symptoms of hypothyroidism (tiredness, weight gain, and depression).

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with L-Thyro 50 Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

L-Thyro 50 Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

L-Thyro 50 Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

L-Thyro 50 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of L-Thyro 50 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of L-Thyro 50 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

L-Thyro 50 Tablet

₹1.15/Tablet

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Thyrox 50 Tablet

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₹1.1/tablet

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Fertibex 50 Tablet

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₹0.96/tablet

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Lethyrox 50 Tablet

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₹1.11/tablet

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₹1.1/tablet

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Quick tips

L-Thyro 50 Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach (ideally, first thing in the morning). No food, milk, or tea should be taken 1 hour before and 2 hours after taking this medicine.
It may take 6 to 8 weeks to get the full effect.
For most people, L-Thyro 50 Tablet can be a lifelong medication. Do not discontinue it without discussing your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you have diarrhea, nervousness, irritability, sleep disturbances, shaking hands, or chest pain. Your doctor may adjust your dose.
Leave a gap of at least 4 hours before taking any antacids, calcium or iron supplements, and multivitamins, as these may interfere with the effect of the medicine.
Get your hormone levels checked regularly and inform your doctor if you notice a significant change in your body weight. The dose may need to be adjusted.
Inform your doctor before changing the brand of L-Thyro 50 Tablet as all brands may not have the same effect.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Iodinated amino acid derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

HORMONES

Action Class

Thyroid hormones

Patient concerns

Only Anti TPO result was given in all 3 reports,,anti thyro globulin antibody and TSH not mentioned

Dr. Ila Jain Khandelwal

Pathology

Dear PATIENT call our customer care people regarding the pending reports

Swelling in face and pain in full body also allergy symptoms on skin like spots and its subside after sometimes.this is happing for last one week.

Dr. Kamal Rijhwani

Physician

Start cetiz l tablet

Respected sir I am Raju 50 years old .l have diabetes for the 15 years.I take Gligomet 250mg morning after breakfast.But 2017 onwards l take GP.5 tablet before breakfast.Now l have take blood sugar Fasting 134.& PP is 223mg.Please your suggestions I am waiting sir. 5

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Physician

Ok but need proper diet and regular basis exercise and walkA person can control his or her sugar levels by regular exercise and walk or regular aerobic exercises at least 30 to 45 minutes per day.MEDICAL NUTRITIONAL THERAPY THAT IS TO MAINTAIN CALORIES INTAKE AS PER BMI .TAKE HELP OF DIABETIC EDUCATOR. VISIT YOU DOCTOR AND LOW ALL WHAT DOCTOR SUGGESTED.IN TIME ALL ROUTINE INVESTIGATIONS SHOULD BE DONE.you souls not treat it as disease but start of a healthy life.Uncontrolled sugar levels for long time leads to lower limb weakness which is neuropathy and which is followed by foot ulcers and other complications.online prescription is not allowed without seeing pt.so contact doctor nearby for any change or dose adjustment or visit my clinic at gurgaon sector 52 RdCity snergy multi speciality clinic near SRS MARKET

FAQs

Q. What should I do if I accidentally take more than the dose required?

An overdose of this medicine may cause nervousness, anxiety, rapid heartbeat, hand tremors, excessive sweating, weight loss, and sleep problems. You should immediately consult your doctor in case of an overdose.

Q. How long do I need to take L-Thyro 50 Tablet?

You should take L-Thyro 50 Tablet as long as your doctor has recommended. Usually, it is prescribed for the long term and you may have to take it lifelong. Do not stop taking the medicine, as your symptoms of low levels of thyroid hormone may reoccur.

Q. How should L-Thyro 50 Tablet be taken?

Take L-Thyro 50 Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor. L-Thyro 50 Tablet should be taken orally preferably before breakfast or as a first meal of the day. It should be swallowed whole with plenty of water.

Q. Being a diabetic what should I be aware of while taking L-Thyro 50 Tablet?

L-Thyro 50 Tablet may raise blood sugar levels and may affect the working of other anti-diabetic medicines which you might be taking. Hence, dose adjustment may be required. Consult your doctor who will help you with dose management.

Q. What does thyroxine do? Why is it important?

Thyroxine hormone controls how much energy your body uses. It plays an important role in regulating your body weight, muscle strength, body temperature, and even your mood. Along with that, it is important for your digestion, heart muscles, brain development, and bone health.

Q. Does L-Thyro 50 Tablet affect contraception?

Oral birth control pills, which contain both estrogen and progesterone may reduce the amount of L-Thyro 50 Tablet in your body and therefore the dose of L-Thyro 50 Tablet may have to be increased.

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