Before taking Thyroid (Thyroid) (Thyroid (Thyroid)) hormone, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to pork; or if you have any other allergies.
Thyroid (Thyroid) should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: decreased adrenal gland function, kidney disease (e.g., nephrosis), low pituitary hormone (e.g., hypopituitarism), low testosterone (e.g., hypogonadism), overactive Thyroid (Thyroid) (Thyroid (Thyroid)) (hyperThyroid (Thyroid) (Thyroid (Thyroid))ism).
Before using Thyroid (Thyroid), tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: poor food absorption (malabsorption syndrome), heart disease (e.g., angina, high blood pressure, heart failure, irregular heartbeat, heart attack), sugar diabetes (diabetes mellitus), water diabetes (diabetes insipidus), long-term severe underactive Thyroid (Thyroid) (Thyroid (Thyroid)) (e.g., myxedema).
Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist that you are using Thyroid (Thyroid).
If you have diabetes, Thyroid (Thyroid) may make it harder to control your blood sugar levels. Check your blood sugar regularly as directed by your doctor. Tell your doctor immediately if you have symptoms such as increased thirst/urination, shakiness, unusual sweating, and hunger. Your anti-diabetic medication or diet may need to be adjusted.
Caution is advised when using Thyroid (Thyroid) in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially the effects on the heart.
Current information shows that Thyroid (Thyroid) may be used during pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or intend to become pregnant.
Thyroid (Thyroid) hormone passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This information is provided for educational purposes only and is intended to be a supplement to, and not a substitute for, the expertise and professional judgment of your veterinarian. You should always consult your own veterinarian for specific advice concerning the treatment of your pet.
Store at room temperature between 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company for more details about how to safely discard your product.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This information is provided for educational purposes only and is intended to be a supplement to, and not a substitute for, the expertise and professional judgment of your veterinarian. You should always consult your own veterinarian for specific advice concerning the treatment of your pet.
Take Thyroid (Thyroid) by mouth, usually once daily before breakfast or as directed by your doctor.
Dosage of Thyroid (Thyroid) is based on your medical condition, Thyroid (Thyroid) (Thyroid (Thyroid)) hormone levels, and response to therapy. There are different brands of Thyroid (Thyroid) (Thyroid (Thyroid)) hormone available. They are not interchangeable because the amounts of the 2 Thyroid (Thyroid) (Thyroid (Thyroid)) hormones may be different in each product. Do not change brands without first consulting your doctor or pharmacist.
Take Thyroid (Thyroid) 4 hours before or after taking any products containing aluminum or iron, such as antacids, sucralfate, and vitamins/minerals. Take Thyroid (Thyroid) 4-5 hours after taking any bile acid-binding resins such as cholestyramine and colestipol. These products react with Thyroid (Thyroid) (Thyroid (Thyroid)), preventing its full absorption.
Certain foods and supplements (e.g., children's soy formula) may affect how much Thyroid (Thyroid) (Thyroid (Thyroid)) hormone is absorbed. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Use Thyroid (Thyroid) regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day. Do not stop taking Thyroid (Thyroid) without talking with your doctor. Thyroid (Thyroid) replacement therapy is usually taken for life.
Symptoms of low Thyroid (Thyroid) (Thyroid (Thyroid)) levels include tiredness, muscle aches, constipation, dry skin, weight gain, slow heart rate and sensitivity to cold. Inform your doctor if your condition persists or worsens after 2 to 3 days of treatment.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This information is provided for educational purposes only and is intended to be a supplement to, and not a substitute for, the expertise and professional judgment of your veterinarian. You should always consult your own veterinarian for specific advice concerning the treatment of your pet.
Nausea and partial hair loss (temporary) may occur in children in the first few months of starting Thyroid (Thyroid) (Thyroid (Thyroid)) hormone. If either of these changes persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed Thyroid (Thyroid) because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using Thyroid (Thyroid) do not have serious side effects.
It is also possible to have too much Thyroid (Thyroid) (Thyroid (Thyroid)) hormone. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these signs of too much Thyroid (Thyroid) (Thyroid (Thyroid)) hormone occur: diarrhea, headache, heat intolerance, irritability, menstrual changes, nervousness, trouble sleeping, heavy sweating, unusual weight loss.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur: fast/irregular/pounding heartbeat, trouble breathing with exercise, swelling of the arms/legs, extreme weakness.
Seek immediate medical attention if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur: chest/jaw/left arm pain.
A very serious allergic reaction to Thyroid (Thyroid) is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This information is provided for educational purposes only and is intended to be a supplement to, and not a substitute for, the expertise and professional judgment of your veterinarian. You should always consult your own veterinarian for specific advice concerning the treatment of your pet.
If you miss a dose of Thyroid (Thyroid), take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This information is provided for educational purposes only and is intended to be a supplement to, and not a substitute for, the expertise and professional judgment of your veterinarian. You should always consult your own veterinarian for specific advice concerning the treatment of your pet.
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Your healthcare professionals (e.g., doctor or pharmacist) may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for it. Do not start, stop or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with them first.
Before using Thyroid (Thyroid), tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially of: certain antidepressants (e.g., TCAs such as amitriptyline, imipramine, nortriptyline), diabetes drugs (e.g., glipizide, insulin, metformin, rosiglitazone), digoxin, estrogens (e.g., birth control pills/patch/ring, hormone replacement therapy), ketamine, intravenous blood pressure drugs (e.g., epinephrine, norepinephrine), "blood thinners" (e.g., warfarin).
Check the labels on all your medicines (e.g., cough-and-cold products, diet aids) because they may contain ingredients that could increase your heart rate or blood pressure. Ask your pharmacist about the safe use of those products.
This document does not contain all possible interactions. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the products you use. Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share the list with your doctor and pharmacist.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This information is provided for educational purposes only and is intended to be a supplement to, and not a substitute for, the expertise and professional judgment of your veterinarian. You should always consult your own veterinarian for specific advice concerning the treatment of your pet.