What type of drug is Ned-Mercazole (20mg)?

Ned-Mercazole (20mg) is an anti-thyroid drug . Ned-Mercazole (20mg) is used to treat hyperthyroidism and thyrotoxicosis. It is also used to prepare patients for thyroid surgery.

Is Ned-Mercazole (20mg) safe during pregnancy?

Ned-Mercazole (20mg) may increase the risk of birth defects , especially when used in high doses during the first trimester of pregnancy.

Does Ned-Mercazole (20mg) cause hair loss?

Hair loss may be seen in some patients treated with Ned-Mercazole (20mg). However, it can be reversed by replacing it with another anti-thyroid drug.

Is Ned-Mercazole (20mg) the same as methimazole?

Ned-Mercazole (20mg) is a prodrug that, once administered, is converted into the active form, methimazole.

Does Ned-Mercazole (20mg) cause a blood disorder?

Ned-Mercazole (20mg) can cause serious blood disorders , but it is rare. Patients with larger dosages of Ned-Mercazole (20mg) are more likely to experience agranulocytosis (low level of white blood cells) in the first two to three months of treatment.

Drug Price - Ned-Mercazole (20mg) - 100 Tablet (Carbimazole)

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Ned-Mercazole (20mg) (Carbimazole) Drug Price and Information

Information Checked by - Dr. M. Sree Mohana Preetha, Pharm D

Further Checked by - Dr. M. Janani Priya, Pharm D

Last Updated on August 08, 2019

Carbimazole (Ned-Mercazole (20mg)) is a pro-drug, prescribed for hyperthyroidism. It reduces the amount of thyroid hormone.

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Ned-Mercazole (20mg) - AHPL

Ned-Mercazole (20mg) Tablet

Generic : Carbimazole

₹ 637.42

20mg

100

Price Updated on August 08, 2019

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When is Ned-Mercazole (20mg) prescribed?

It is prescribed for -

⇨ Hypothyroidism

⇨ Hyperthyroidism

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Published on Nov 04, 2016
Last Updated on August 08, 2019