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Side effect(s) of Thyroxine


Review the side-effects of Thyroxine as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Nervousness, excitability, tremor, muscle weakness, cramps, increased sweating, flushing, heat intolerance, headache, insomnia, rapid heart rate, palpitations, chest pain, excessive weight loss, menstrual irregularities, diarrhea and vomiting.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Thyroxine

Thyroxine(Synthroid) generic is a thyroid hormone, prescribed for hypothyroidism, and thyroid cancer.


Trade Names for Thyroxine

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International :


Synthroid, Thyrax, Euthyrox, Levoxyl, Levothroid, Levaxin, L-Thyroxine, Eltroxin, Thyrox
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