Indications
- Thyroid treats hypothyroidism by replacing thyroid hormone.
- Hypothyroidism causes symptoms such as slow growth, slow speech, lack of energy, weight gain, hair loss, dry thick skin, and increased sensitivity to cold.
- Armour thyroid is also used to treat goiter, which is an enlarged thyroid gland.
Dosage and administration
- Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor.
- Try to take this medicine at the same time each day.
- Store this medicine at room temperature, away from heat and light.
- If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible.
- If it’s almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and stick to your regular dosing schedule.
- Do not take 2 doses at once.
Side effects
- Side effects of THYROID medication resemble those of an underactive or overactive thyroid.
- Adverse reactions unrelated to hyperthyroidism are rare.
- Consult doctor immediately if experiencing chest pain, increased pulse rate, palpitations, excessive sweating, heat intolerance, or nervousness.
- Common side effects include: weight loss, tremors, headache, upset stomach, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach cramps, nervousness, irritability, insomnia, excessive sweating, increased appetite, fever, changes in menstrual cycle, sensitivity to heat.
- There may be other side effects not listed, consult doctor for additional effects or persistent side effects.
Precautions
- Inform your doctor before taking Thyroid if you plan to have medical or dental treatments, emergency care, or surgery.
- Check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any new medications.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Inform your doctor if you have heart disease, angina, coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, diabetes, or problems with your adrenal gland.
- THYROID should be used with caution in patients with angina pectoris or the elderly.
- This medication may increase symptoms of diabetes mellitus, diabetes insipidus, or cortical insufficiency.
- Caution should be used in infants to prevent craniosynostosis from excessive doses of thyroid hormone preparations.
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