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Carmazole 5mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Carmazole 5mg Tablet

Carbimazole(5mg)

food interaction for Carmazole Tablet

alcohol interaction for Carmazole Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Carmazole Tablet

lactation interaction for Carmazole Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Carmazole 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Carmazole 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Carmazole 5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Carmazole 5mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Carmazole 5mg Tablet

Carbimazole(5mg)

Carmazole tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of hyperthyroidism.

How carmazole tablet works

Carmazole 5mg Tablet is an anti-thyroid medication. It works by reducing the amount of thyroid hormones produced by the thyroid gland.

Common side effects of carmazole tablet

Headache, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Nausea, Joint pain, Skin rash, Itching, Gastrointestinal disturbance

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Expert advice FOR Carmazole Tablet

  • Carbimazole is used for the treatment of hyperthyroidism.
  • You may have to stop taking it for a while if you are also taking radio-iodine as a treatment for your overactive thyroid.
  • It may affect the level of blood cells in your blood. Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, fever, or general illness.
  • Stop taking Carbimazole and Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms of liver damage such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine, or yellowing of the eyes or skin.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Frequently asked questions FOR Carmazole 5mg Tablet

Carbimazole

Q. Can I just stop taking Carmazole 5mg Tablet?
No, you should not stop taking Carmazole 5mg Tablet even if you start feeling better. You may have to take it for several months depending on your investigations. The duration of the treatment will continue till the thyroid hormone levels return to normal. This duration may vary from six months to 18 months. Your doctor will decide when the treatment should be stopped.
Q. How long does Carmazole 5mg Tablet take to work?
You may start feeling better within 1-3 weeks of starting Carmazole 5mg Tablet. However, it usually takes 4-8 weeks to see the full benefits of the treatment.
Q. Can Carmazole 5mg Tablet cause hair loss?
Carmazole 5mg Tablet may cause hair loss but not in everyone. It has been seen that on discontinuing Carmazole 5mg Tablet or replacing Carmazole 5mg Tablet with another medicine, there is improvement, and hair loss reverses.
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Q. Who should not take Carmazole 5mg Tablet?
You should not take Carmazole 5mg Tablet if you have serious liver disorder or serious blood disorder. You should also avoid taking this medicine if you are pregnant or are allergic to Carmazole 5mg Tablet or any of the ingredients present in it Carmazole 5mg Tablet.
Q. My sister is taking Carmazole 5mg Tablet for overactive thyroid gland. She frequently gets sore throat and stops and restarts the treatment again and again. Is there any risk if she continues to take Carmazole 5mg Tablet when she has sore throat?
Very rarely, Carmazole 5mg Tablet interferes with the bone marrow and causes a drastic drop in white blood cells. These white blood cells are a part of the body's defense against bacterial infections, such as sore throats. So, a sore throat can sometimes be the first clue that Carmazole 5mg Tablet is affecting the bone marrow. Your sister should contact her doctor and get a blood test. If a blood test shows her white blood cell count to be normal, then she can continue Carmazole 5mg Tablet. If not, she should stop the treatment after consulting the doctor.
Q. How does Carmazole 5mg Tablet affect children?
The effectiveness and side effects of Carmazole 5mg Tablet in children are more or less the same as in adults. Carmazole 5mg Tablet should not be used in children less than 2 years of age.
Q. I have been taking warfarin, so will it have any effect on Carmazole 5mg Tablet therapy?
If you have started taking Carmazole 5mg Tablet, the dose of warfarin may need adjustment. You should consult your doctor and get your bleeding time checked so that the dose can be adjusted according to the results of the investigations.
Q. Even if my liver is normal, can Carmazole 5mg Tablet cause any liver problems?
Yes, Carmazole 5mg Tablet may cause liver problems, though not in everyone. A very common side effect of Carmazole 5mg Tablet can be the yellowing of skin and eyes (jaundice). It may also cause abnormal liver function tests, hepatitis, etc. If you notice jaundice, you should discontinue Carmazole 5mg Tablet and seek immediate medical advice.
Q. If I am planning my pregnancy, can I continue taking Carmazole 5mg Tablet?
No, it is advisable not to take Carmazole 5mg Tablet during pregnancy as it may cause abnormalities in your baby. You should consult your doctor because if your thyroid hormone levels are not controlled, the chances of birth defects in your baby are much more. In case Carmazole 5mg Tablet is the only option for you, your doctor will prescribe the lowest possible dose, which will be regulated according to your condition. You can stop it 3-4 weeks before delivery to reduce the chances of complications in your baby.

Content on this page was last updated on 03 April, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)