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Thyrodip 5mg Tablet Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

CARBIMAZOLE-5MG

Uses:

Treatment of Hyperthyroidism

Medicinal Benefits:

Thyrodip 5mg Tablet contains Carbimazole, an anti-thyroid agent used for the treatment of hyperthyroidism. It decreases the production of thyroid hormones by the thyroid gland. Thus, it balances the levels of thyroid hormones.

FAQs

Thyrodip 5mg Tablet is used to treat hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid gland).

Thyrodip 5mg Tablet contains Carbimazole, an anti-thyroid agent that works by decreasing the production of thyroid hormones by the thyroid gland. Thus, it balances the levels of thyroid hormones.

Thyrodip 5mg Tablet may be used before thyroid surgery to make the thyroid gland function properly before the surgery.

You are not recommended to take Thyrodip 5mg Tablet with warfarin (blood thinner) as it may increase the risk of bleeding more easily. However, please consult a doctor before taking Thyrodip 5mg Tablet with other medicines.

Thyrodip 5mg Tablet is not recommended for patients suffering from bone marrow depression (low red blood cell count) as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have bone marrow depression, and tests are advised to check for bone marrow depression before restarting treatment.

If you have any liver problems, it is advised to inform your doctor before taking Thyrodip 5mg Tablet. Thyrodip 5mg Tablet may increase the risk of liver damage if there is any existing liver problem.

No, weight gain is not a side effect of Thyrodip 5mg Tablet. However, if you experience weight gain while taking Thyrodip 5mg Tablet, please consult a doctor.

Yes, nausea is one among the side effects of Thyrodip 5mg Tablet. It does not require any treatment and will subside by time. However, if the condition persists or worsens, consult the doctor.

No, you cannot stop taking Thyrodip 5mg Tablet even if you feel better. Complete the full course of treatment prescribed by your doctor. The symptoms may occur again before it is completely cured.

You might begin to feel better within 1 to 3 weeks of using Thyrodip 5mg Tablet. However, it may take 4 to 8 weeks to get full benefits.

Yes, Thyrodip 5mg Tablet may cause hair loss but not everyone taking Thyrodip 5mg Tablet will experience it. If you have any concerns regarding this, please discuss with your doctor so that an alternate medication may be prescribed.

It is not recommended if you are allergic to Thyrodip 5mg Tablet and other anti-thyroid drugs. If you have serious blood disorder or liver disease, inform your doctor before taking Thyrodip 5mg Tablet.

In rare cases, Thyrodip 5mg Tablet may cause a decrease in the white blood cells, which help fight infections like soar-throat. It could be an early sign of this effect. So, your sister should consult a doctor and get a blood test done. If the white blood cells count is normal, she can continue the medication. If not, she should discontinue Thyrodip 5mg Tablet after doctor’s consultation.

No, Thyrodip 5mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 2 years of age as the safety is not established. The side effects of Thyrodip 5mg Tablet in children are similar to that of adults. So, it should be given as prescribed the doctor based on the medical conditions and their body weight.

Thyrodip 5mg Tablet is not advised if you are planning pregnancy as it may affect the unborn baby. However, Thyrodip 5mg Tablet is only advised by the doctor if the benefits overweighs risks. Do not self-medicate.

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