Rethyro 50 Tablet

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Composition FOR Rethyro 50mcg Tablet

Thyroxine(50mcg)

food interaction for Rethyro Tablet

alcohol interaction for Rethyro Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Rethyro Tablet

lactation interaction for Rethyro Tablet

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alcohol
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lactation
Rethyro 50 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
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CAUTION
Consuming alcohol with Rethyro 50 Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE
Rethyro 50 Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Rethyro 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Rethyro 50mcg Tablet

Thyroxine(50mcg)

Rethyro tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of hypothyroidism.

How rethyro tablet works

Rethyro 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).

Common side effects of rethyro tablet

Palpitations, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Weight loss, Nervousness, Tremors, Increased appetite, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Muscle weakness, Abdominal pain, Hearing impairment, Weakness, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Renal failure, Urticaria, Heat intolerance, Irritability, Decreased fertility, Reduction in bone density, Electrolyte imbalance, Dizziness, Fatigue, Muscle cramp, Sweating, Hyperactivity, Chest pain, Increased sweating, Fever, Hair loss, Irregular menstrual cycle, Headache

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Expert advice FOR Rethyro Tablet

  • Thyroxine 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, Thyroxine 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 Thyroxine as all brands may not have the same effect.
  • Your doctor has prescribed Thyroxine to replace the natural thyroid hormone that your own thyroid gland can no longer make.
  • Thyroxine 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, Thyroxine 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 Thyroxine as all brands may not have the same effect.

Frequently asked questions FOR Rethyro 50mcg Tablet

Thyroxine

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 Rethyro 50 Tablet?
You should take Rethyro 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 Rethyro 50 Tablet be taken?
Take Rethyro 50 Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor. Rethyro 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.
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Q. Being a diabetic what should I be aware of while taking Rethyro 50 Tablet?
Rethyro 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. Does Rethyro 50 Tablet affect contraception?
Oral birth control pills, which contain both estrogen and progesterone may reduce the amount of Rethyro 50 Tablet in your body and therefore the dose of Rethyro 50 Tablet may have to be increased.
Q. What are the side effects of taking Rethyro 50 Tablet?
The side effects of Rethyro 50 Tablet are mostly seen when it is taken at high doses. These symptoms include allergic reaction, headache, vomiting, flushing, high temperature, sweating, weight loss, tremor, restlessness, and excitability. It may also cause difficulty in sleeping (insomnia), increased pressure around the brain in children (benign intracranial hypertension), chest pain (angina), pounding, irregular or fast heartbeat, diarrhea, muscle cramps, and muscle weakness. The other side effects related to Rethyro 50 Tablet include deformity of the skull in infants caused by the early closure of joints in the skull bone (craniostenosis), growth in children may slow or stop due to changes in bone growth, irregular periods, intolerance to heat, and temporary hair loss in children.
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.

Content on this page was last updated on 09 February, 2025, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)