Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet is a synthetic thyroid hormone that works by replacing the thyroid hormone in the body when the natural production of thyroid hormones is not sufficient to meet the needs of the body. Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet is primarily taken for treatment of hypothyroidism or low secretion of thyroid hormone. It comprises thyroxine which is a synthetic thyroid hormone that is chemically similar to thyroxine produced by our thyroid gland. Thyroxine helps to replace missing thyroid hormone and/or to relieve stress on the thyroid gland.

Hypothyroidism is a chronic condition in which our thyroid gland (located below the throat in the neck) is not able to produce enough thyroid hormone. Thyroid hormones are composed of tri-iodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4) which controls the body's metabolism. In the condition of underactive thyroid body’s metabolism slows down and the person feels less energetic. Other symptoms include easy fatiguability, constipation, weight gain, feeling cold even in warm weathers, dry skin or too much or too fewer menses (in women) or even low mood. Treatment of hypothyroid is essential to restore the normal body metabolism (basal metabolic rate).

If you are experiencing any of the above symptoms, your doctor will advise you to undertake a blood test called 'thyroid function test' which checks three hormones related to thyroid - TSH, T3, T4. High TSH and low T3/T4 indicates that your thyroid gland is not functioning normally. The dose of Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet is adjusted by your doctor on the basis of your body weight and thyroid function test report. It may take some weeks for the medicine to fully show its effects. Regular monitoring of thyroid function is advised to ensure that you receive the optimum dose of Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet .

Take Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet usually does not have major side effects when taken regularly in the prescribed dosage but, overdosage may cause headache, nervousness, sleeplessness, irritability, diarrhoea, muscle spasm, weight loss, feeling hot even in cool environments, menstrual irregularities (in women), and skin rash. If you missed a dose do not take a double dose as it may produce serious side effects.

Your doctor may prescribe calcium or vitamin D supplements alongside Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet for your bone health. Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet should not be used for the purpose of weight loss alone. People affected with diabetes taking Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet may have altered blood glucose control that may result in increased antidiabetic agents or insulin requirements. Hence, it is recommended that people with diabetes should contact a doctor and carefully monitor their glucose level after starting, changing, or discontinuing thyroid hormone therapy.

Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet controls an underactive thyroid gland (hypothyroidism) and minimizes symptoms of low thyroid hormones like unknown weight gain, fatigue, sensitivity to the cold and many more. Thus, it helps in replacing the body's own natural thyroid hormone essential for maintaining both mental and physical health. However, Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet should not be used for the treatment of weight loss or obesity.

• Irregular heartbeat (palpitations)

• Muscle spasm
• Headache
• Nervousness
• Irritability
• Sleeplessness
• Tremors
• Muscle weakness
• Increased appetite
• Weight loss
• Diarrhoea
• Heat intolerance
• Menstrual irregularities
• Skin rash

Foods like soybean flour, cottonseed meal, cabbage, cauliflower, walnuts, dietary fibre, calcium, and calcium-fortified juices may affect the working of Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet . Hence, avoid the intake of these foods within several hours of dosing if possible. Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet should not be administered to patients with acute myocardial infarction and high blood pressure patients. Close clinical monitoring of heart function is recommended before taking Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet . Long term use of Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet may affect your bone health leading to osteoporosis increasing the risk of bone fractures. Hence, your doctor may prescribe calcium or vitamin D supplements alongside Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet for your bone health. Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet should not be used for the purpose of weight loss alone. People affected with diabetes taking Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet may have altered blood glucose control that may result in increased antidiabetic agents or insulin requirements. Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet should is not recommended for the treatment of thyroid cancer and weight reduction.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Medicines like appetite suppressant (phentermine), acidity medicine (esomeprazole), anti-diabetic drug (metformin), calcium/vitamin D, and neuro-related medicine (amphetamine/dextroamphetamine), interact with Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet . So, if you are taking these medicines make sure you contact your doctor before taking Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet .

Drug-Food Interactions: If you are taking any homoeopathic, ayurvedic, Unani or any OTC items let your doctor know about this. These medicines may interact with Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet and affect its working. Besides this, absorption of Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet may be decreased by foods like soybean flour, cottonseed meal, walnuts, dietary fibre, calcium, and calcium-fortified juices. So, try to avoid these foods if possible.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Thyroid hormones increase the workload of the heart and oxygen consumption of the body. Hence, a Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet should be taken with caution in the heart patients (cardiovascular disorders) like high blood pressure, chest pain (angina), and coronary artery disease. You should have regular monitoring of heart function. If chest pain occurs frequently contact the doctor so that doctor may reduce the dosage.

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• ESOMEPRAZOLE
• METFORMIN
• AMPHETAMINE
• DEXTROAMPHETAMINE

• Eating the right nutrients and taking a regular dose of your prescribed medications may help reduce your symptoms and improve your thyroid function. Iodine, zinc, and selenium are beneficial for people with hypothyroidism. However, it’s best to avoid iodine and selenium supplements unless your doctor advises you to take them.

• In hypothyroidism usually, there is a loss of calcium (hypocalcemia) and Vitamin D in our body. In such a case, people affected with hypothyroidism should opt for calcium-enriched foods.

• People with hypothyroidism usually have a slower metabolism and eating more protein may help boost your metabolism.

• Daily yoga and aerobics exercises can help in boosting metabolism.

• People with hypothyroidism should prefer the intake of more vegetables, fruits, and lean meats. These foods are low in calories and may help prevent weight gain.

• Avoid taking Goitrogens (agents which interfere with the normal function of the thyroid gland) which generally includes soy foods (tofu), cabbage, broccoli, kale, cauliflower, spinach, sweet potatoes, cassava, peaches, strawberries, millet, pine nuts, peanuts, etc.

• Doses beyond the range of may produce serious or even life-threatening manifestations of toxicity. Thus, if you forget to take Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet anytime, take the medicine as soon as you remember to take it. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, you make avoid the skipped dose and continue with your regular regime as advised by your doctor.

• Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet should not be used for the treatment of obesity or for weight loss.

• Patients with adrenaline or pituitary gland problem, heart diseases, diabetes, clotting disorders should not take Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet without consulting a doctor as the dose may need to be adjusted.

• Diabetes patients taking Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet should contact the doctor before starting this medicine as it may worsen glycaemic control and may result in increased antidiabetic pills or insulin therapy.

• Regular intake of Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet may decrease bone mineral density, particularly in post-menopausal women. Hence, consult your doctor who might prescribe you the lowest dose possible for your bone health.

• If you are taking Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet prior to any surgery let your doctor know about this.

• Thyroid function tests are usually done on an empty stomach after overnight (6-8 hrs) fasting.

Hypothyroidism, or underactive thyroid, is a chronic condition when the thyroid gland does not make enough thyroid hormones to meet your body’s needs. When there is a low level of thyroid hormones, our body’s functions and metabolism slow down. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include tiredness, increased sensitivity to cold, constipation, dry skin, unexplained weight gain, puffy face, hoarseness of voice, and muscle weakness. There may be a loss of Calcium and Vitamin D in some cases of hypothyroidism.