Formulary Monographs [THYROXINE, 683604]
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THYROXINE
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THYROID AGENTS
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Hypothyroidism.
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Angina, sweating, headache, diarrhoea, tachycardia (features of thyrotoxicosis), weight loss, restlessness.
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50-100mcgs daily increased by 25-50mcg at intervals of about 4
weeks. Maintenance Dose: 100-200mcgs daily. Best taken on an empty stomach Start at low dose (12.5-50mcg daily ) in elderly or patients with ischaemic heart disease. |
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