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Gold Sodium Thiomalate - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Gold Sodium Thiomalate Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Gold Sodium Thiomalate, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Gold Sodium Thiomalate brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Gold Sodium Thiomalate
Pronunciation : Gold SO-dee-um thye-oh-MAH-late
ICD Code : Y45.4 Therapeutic Classification : Antirheumatics

Brand Names or Trade Names of Gold Sodium Thiomalate

International :


Myochrysine.

Why is Gold Sodium Thiomalate Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an antirheumatic agent, prescribed for rheumatoid arthritis.  It works by suppressing inflammation in the body.

When should Gold Sodium Thiomalate not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with severe metal toxicity, lupus erythematosus, and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Gold Sodium Thiomalate?

Dosage schedule: 1st Injection- 10mg.
2nd Injection- 25mg.
3rd Injection- 25 to 50mg.

How should Gold Sodium Thiomalate be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider into the large muscle.

What are the warnings and precautions for Gold Sodium Thiomalate?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of diabetes, heart failure, circulation disorders, high blood pressure, liver or kidney impairment, recently had radiation therapy, skin disorder, who are taking other medications, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may reduce platelet counts; avoid injury or bruising.

• Avoid exposure to sunlight.

What are the side effects of Gold Sodium Thiomalate?

Skin - Skin inflammation, itching, gray-blue skin pigmentation.
Eye and ENT - Mouth ulcer, corneal gold deposition, corneal ulceration, eye inflammation, metallic taste.
Gastrointestinal - Diarrhea, nausea, jaundice, ulcer, GI bleeding, difficulty in swallowing, abdominal pain and cramping.
Genitourinary - Protein in the urine and blood in urine.
Blood - Anemia, decrease in white blood cells and platelets.
Respiratory - Lung inflammation and infection.
Miscellaneous - Shock.

What are the other precautions for Gold Sodium Thiomalate?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Gold Sodium Thiomalate?

Store at 20° to 25°C. Protect from light.

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