Euthyrox contains levothyroxine. It treats an underactive thyroid(hypothyroidism). It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is from the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medication or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is vital for maintaining regular mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is essential for normal psychological and physical development. This medication also treats other thyroid disorders (such as certain types of goiters, thyroid cancer). Patients should not use this medication to treat infertility unless low thyroid hormone levels cause it.

Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor, usually once daily on an empty stomach, 30 minutes to 1 hour before breakfast. Take this medication with a full glass of water unless your doctor directs you otherwise.

If you are taking the capsule form of this medication, swallow it whole. Do not split, crush, or chew. People who cannot swallow the capsule whole (such as infants or small children) should use the tablet form of the medication.

For infants or children who cannot swallow whole tablets, crush the tablet and mix in 1 to 2 teaspoons (5 to 10 milliliters) of water, and give using a spoon or dropper right away. Do not prepare a supply in advance or mix the tablet in soy infant formula. Consult your pharmacist for more information.

Additional information

Dosage is based on your age, weight, medical condition, laboratory test results, and response to treatment.

Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day.

Do not stop taking this medication without first consulting with your doctor. Thyroid replacement treatment is usually for life.

There are different brands of levothyroxine available. Do not change brands without first consulting your doctor or pharmacist.

Certain medications can decrease the amount of thyroid hormone that is absorbed by your body. If you take any of these drugs, separate them from this medication by at least 4 hours.

Low thyroid hormone levels symptoms include tiredness, muscle aches, constipation, dry skin, weight gain, slow heartbeat, or sensitivity to cold. Tell your doctor if your condition worsens or persists after several weeks of taking this medication.

SIDE EFFECTS OF EUTHYROX 50MCG TABLETS

Hair loss may occur during the first few months of treatment. This effect is usually temporary as your body adjusts to this medication. If this effect persists or worsens, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because they have judged that your benefit is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor right away if any of these unlikely but severe effects of high thyroid hormone levels occur: increased sweating, sensitivity to heat, mental/mood changes (such as nervousness, mood swings), tiredness, diarrhea, shaking (tremor), headache, shortness of breath, bone pain, easily broken bones.

Get medical help right away if any of these rare but severe effects of high thyroid hormone levels occur: chest pain, fast/pounding/irregular heartbeat, swelling hands/ankles/feet, seizures.