Thyrox 75 mcg 120 tab

Thyrox 75 from Macleods Pharmaceuticals is a thyroid replacement tablet containing Levothyroxine Sodium. This mid-strength dose is often used to fine-tune treatment in adults with hypothyroidism.

• Underactive thyroid
• Goitre
• Thyroid deficiency after surgery or radio-iodine
• Long-term thyroid hormone replacement

Levothyroxine is a synthetic copy of the body's natural thyroid hormone T4. It tops up the body's hormone level so that energy, weight, body temperature, and heart rate stay balanced.

Take as prescribed by your doctor, in the morning on an empty stomach with water. Wait at least 30 to 60 minutes before having breakfast, tea, coffee, or other medicines.

• Fast heartbeat or palpitations
• Restlessness
• Sweating
• Weight loss
• Difficulty sleeping

Tell the doctor about heart disease, diabetes, adrenal problems, or pregnancy. Do not change brands without advice. Periodic thyroid blood tests are needed. Space out iron, calcium, and antacid tablets from this medicine.

Keep below 25 degrees C in a dry place, away from light and moisture. Keep in original packaging. Keep out of reach of children.