Liothyronine Medication Information
Learn everything you need to know about Liothyronine-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.
Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.
Explore Liothyronine brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.
Generic Name : Liothyronine Pronunciation : lye oh thye' roe neen ICD Code : Y42.1 Therapeutic Classification : Thyroid and Antithyroid AgentsBrand Names or Trade Names of Liothyronine
Thyroff (50 mcg) |
Synox (0.025 mg) |
Thyrobuild (75 mcg) |
Thyrofit (50 mcg) |
Thyrox (100 mcg) |
Lethyrox (75 mcg) |
Thyrosec (50 mcg) |
Thyroup (75 mcg) |
Synox (0.037 mg) |
Thyrochek (100 mcg)
International :
Cytomel
Why is Liothyronine Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a thyroid hormone, prescribed for myxedema. It is also used to treat goiter (enlarged thyroid gland). It reverses hypothyroidism symptoms.When should Liothyronine not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with untreated thyrotoxicosis, heart attack and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Liothyronine?
The recommended dose is 5 to 25 mcg per day.How should Liothyronine be taken?
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, as a single dose before breakfast every day.What are the warnings and precautions for Liothyronine?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart or blood vessel disease, high blood pressure, overactive thyroid, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• It may affect blood sugar level, monitor sugar level regularly.
• Patient may experience with certain symptoms like shaking of the hands, nervousness, difficulty in sleeping, headache, change in appetite, diarrhea, weight loss etc., if it is so consult with your doctor.
What are the side effects of Liothyronine?
Central Nervous System - Tremor, headache, nervousness, irritability and sleeplessness.Gastrointestinal - Weight loss, stomach upset, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach cramps and increased appetite.
Miscellaneous - Excessive sweating, fever, changes in menstrual cycle and sensitivity to heat.
