Thyrotime 12.5mcg 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. Thyrotime 12.5mcg 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 Thyrotime 12.5mcg 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 Thyrotime 12.5mcg Tablet.

Take Thyrotime 12.5mcg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Thyrotime 12.5mcg 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 Thyrotime 12.5mcg Tablet for your bone health. Thyrotime 12.5mcg Tablet should not be used for the purpose of weight loss alone. People affected with diabetes taking Thyrotime 12.5mcg 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.

Thyrotime 12.5mcg 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, Thyrotime 12.5mcg 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 Thyrotime 12.5mcg Tablet. Hence, avoid the intake of these foods within several hours of dosing if possible. Thyrotime 12.5mcg 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 Thyrotime 12.5mcg Tablet. Long term use of Thyrotime 12.5mcg 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 Thyrotime 12.5mcg Tablet for your bone health. Thyrotime 12.5mcg Tablet should not be used for the purpose of weight loss alone. People affected with diabetes taking Thyrotime 12.5mcg Tablet may have altered blood glucose control that may result in increased antidiabetic agents or insulin requirements. Thyrotime 12.5mcg Tablet should is not recommended for the treatment of thyroid cancer and weight reduction.

• 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.