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Drugs for Treatment of Hypothyroidism

Are you searching for medications to treat 'Hypothyroidism'? Welcome to this page which serves as an archive for medications that are relevant to the treatment of Hypothyroidism. The page includes both the generic and brand names and can serve as an invaluable resource for healthcare professionals and individuals who wish to get an insight on different medication options.

Click on a medication below to view details including brand names, prices, dosages, side effects, and administration guidelines.

A FAQ section has been added for each medication, addressing popular customer inquiries that provides a deeper insight into its use for Hypothyroidism management.

We recommend consulting your doctor to verify the information presented on this page or for any additional clarifications.

Hypothyroidism

Symptoms of hypothyroidism are often general, unspecific changes in the body. Lethargy, weight gain, stiffness and cramping of muscles are some of the symptoms of hypothyroidism.

Brand Names and Generic Names of Drugs for Treatment of Hypothyroidism

Alfacalcidol

Alfacalcidol related to vitamin D used as a supplementation for treating vitamin D deficiencies such as osteomalacia and rickets.

Trade Names :
Alphadol (0.25 mcg) | Alfa Caps | One Alpha (0.25mcg) | Alpha D3 (0.5 mcg) | Alfacal (0.5 mcg) | Alfacip (1 mcg) | Vitalpha | Qtr -Alfa | Zaxial | Alfabol Cap
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Carbimazole

Carbimazole is a pro-drug, prescribed for hyperthyroidism.

Trade Names :
Anti -Thyrox (5 mg) | Thyrocab | Neo -Mercazole | Thyroma | Thyrozole | Anti -Thyrox | Neo -Mercazole (10 mg) | Thyrocab (20 mg) | Neo -Mercazole (20 mg) | Thyrosim (5mg)
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Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2)

Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2) is vitamin D, prescribed for hypoparathyroidism, and refractory rickets.

Trade Names :
Clazy Forte (1250mg+250iu) | Ultirich (100 gm) | Ultrich (200 gm) | Vitaped (15ml) | Wescovita (200 gm) | Aby Z (15ml) | Multivitaplex Forte | Dl Calciplex (112ml)
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Levothyroxine

Levothyroxine is a thyroid hormone, prescribed for hypothyroidism.

Trade Names :
Eltroxin (100 mcg) | Roxin | Synox | Synox (0.037 mg) | Thyronorm | Thyronorm (100 mg) | Thyronorm (12.5 mg) | Thyronorm (125mg) | Thyronorm (150 mcg) | Thyronorm (50 mg)
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Liothyronine

Liothyronine is a thyroid hormone, prescribed for myxedema.

Trade Names :
Synox (0.025 mg) | Synox (0.037 mg) | Thyrochek (100 mcg) | Lethyrox (25 mcg) | Thyrosec (25 mcg) | Thyrox (12.5 mcg) | Lethyrox (50 mcg) | Thyrosec (50 mcg) | Lethyrox (75 mcg) | Thyrox (100 mcg)
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Liotrix

Liotrix is a thyroid hormone, prescribed for hypothyroidism.

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Thyroglobulin

Thyroglobulin is a hormone of the thyroid gland, prescribed for hypothyroidism (deficiency in the production of thyroid hormone).

Thyroid -dessicated

Thyroid -dessicated is a dried and powdered form of thyroid hormone, prescribed for hypothyroidism, TSH suppression (in thyroid cancer, nodules, goiters, and enlargement in chronic thyroiditis).

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Congenital Hypothyroidism/Cretinism

Congenital hypothyroidism is deficient thyroid hormone in newborns. It is critical for normal development. T3, T4 and TSH levels should be measured in all newborns.

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