Eltroxin 25mcg Tablet

No, Eltroxin is not a growth hormone. It is a hormone synthesized by the thyroid gland present in the neck region. Growth Hormone, on the other hand, is secreted by the pituitary gland present in the brain. Eltroxin is required for the proper functioning of growth hormone.

No, Eltroxin is not a neurotransmitter. Eltroxin is a hormone secreted directly into the blood by the thyroid gland. The blood then takes it to the target organs in the body. A neurotransmitter, on the other hand, transmits impulses from one nerve cell to the other in the brain.

Tropic hormones are hormones that have other endocrine glands as their target. Most tropic hormones are produced and secreted by the pituitary gland in the brain. The thyroid gland secretes Eltroxin, which targets the hypothalamus and therefore can be considered a tropic hormone.

No. Eltroxin is not a protein. The normal thyroid gland secretes two thyroid hormones - triiodothyronine (T3) and tetraiodothyronine (T4 or Eltroxin). More than 99% of these hormone circulating in the blood as bound to carrier proteins, Eltroxin-binding globulin, synthesised in the liver.

Eltroxin is neither a peptide nor a steroid. Eltroxin is an amino acid (tyrosine) derived hormone. (Amino acids are tiny building blocks of proteins, but they cannot be called proteins by themselves unless a number of them are connected in a sequence).

Yes. Eltroxin can produce side effect as weight loss. It is usually due to excessive dose. However, it should not be used for treat obesity.

Yes. Eltroxin can be used as a hormone replacement therapy to compensate the deficiency of thyroid hormone in the body.

Yes. Eltroxin is a hormone secreted from the thyroid gland. It causes increased oxygen consumption by most tissues of the body, increases the basal metabolic rate and the metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids and proteins.

Yes. Eltroxin is a slow-acting drug. It acts through receptors situated in the nucleus of a cell and results in the formation of various protein to target its action hence Eltroxin takes some time to act.

No. Eltroxin is not a diuretic. It is a hormone secreted by the thyroid gland.

If Eltroxin is taken with food or even just before food the absorption of the Eltroxin from the intestine decreases from the intestine and hence the desired effects are not seen. Similarly, if the dose of the Eltroxin given is lesser than what is required by the body then it might not work.

Eltroxin poisoning occur if an excessive dose is taken. It present as a headache, hyperactivity, nervousness, anxiety, irritability, heat intolerance, fever, excessive sweating, palpitations, tachycardia, arrhythmias, increased pulse and blood pressure. Inform your doctor as soon as possible.

Eltroxin is required for the normal functioning of the body. Research has shown that thyroid hormone significantly affects the erythropoiesis and increases red blood cell synthesis. Eltroxin is not approved to treat anemia (decreased red cell count).

Eltroxin is used with carbimazole in the treatment of Graves disease or hyperthyroidism. Studies have shown it is used as block–replace regimen which means the option of maintaining the high dose of antithyroid drugs along with adding levothyroxine to maintain normal thyroid state.

No. There are noted interactions between Eltroxin and few antidepressants which lead to increased adverse effects of both the drugs so consult your doctor and do inform him before prescribing any of the medication.

Grapefruit juice slightly decreases the absorption of levothyroxine when taken together otherwise there is no major interaction between these two.

No. Eltroxin cannot be taken with tea. Though major interactions are not noted when taken with together the absorption of the Eltroxin from the intestine decreases and hence the desired effects are not achieved.

Yes. Vitamins can be added to your diet and can be taken with Eltroxin, but you should not take vitamin supplement within four hours of taking your thyroid medication.

No. Omeprazole should not be taken with Eltroxin. Omeprazole increases the gastric pH and interferes with the absorption of the Eltroxin.

Iodine, when given with Eltroxin, may increase thyroid hormone secretion, which may result in hyperthyroidism. Hyperthyroidism may develop over several weeks and may persist for several months after therapy discontinuation.

No. Eltroxin should not be taken with the iron tablet. The absorption of Eltroxin is decreased when taken together. You should take them with a gap of 4 hours between them.

If Eltroxin is taken with food or even just before food the absorption of the Eltroxin from the intestine decreases and hence the desired effects are not seen. So Eltroxin should always be taken in empty stomach preferably one-half to one-hour before breakfast.

No. Eltroxin should not be taken with milk. The absorption of Eltroxin is decreased when taken with milk. It should be taken 1 hour before and 2 hours after taking milk.

No. Eltroxin should not be taken with calcium. The absorption of Eltroxin is decreased when taken with calcium. You should take them with a gap of 4 hours between them.

No. Eltroxin should not be taken with coffee. The absorption of Eltroxin is decreased when taken with coffee. It should be taken 1 hour before and 2 hours after taking coffee.

No. Eltroxin should not be used to treat obesity. It can cause weight loss as a side effect but it should not be used for the treatment of obesity as it can cause serious life-threatening side effects if given with other weight reducing medications.

No. Eltroxin is not approved for use in depression. But some of the research studies have shown that adding Eltroxin to the antidepressant medication therapy has increased the effectiveness of antidepressant therapy in the patients.

Eltroxin treats hypothyroidism (decreased thyroid hormone) and associated complications leading to increases chances of conceiving. Consult your doctor before starting Eltroxin as failure to conceive is not merely due to decreased thyroid hormone but due to several other factors. Always start the medicine consulting with the doctor.

It is preferred to take Eltroxin in morning on empty stomach. Research has shown that even if it is given in the evening, it shows the same effects as compared to morning. It is not practised because of ensuring an empty stomach by the patient.

Yes. Eltroxin can be used but at a lower dose or given on an alternate day. There are high chances of side effects in a person with the cardiac disease like an increase in heart rate, cardiac wall thickness, and cardiac contractility and it may precipitate angina or irregular heart rhythms. Inform your doctor if you have heart disease. You may adjust the dose.

The serious side effects of Eltroxin are usually due to excessive doses, so symptoms are similar to hyperthyroidism. It may cause diarrhoea, vomiting, weight loss with increased appetite, palpitations, angina, insomnia and restlessness. Inform your doctor if you have these symptoms.

No. Eltroxin should not be taken with an antacid. The absorption of Eltroxin is decreased when taken together. You should take them with a gap of 4 hours between them.

Thyroid function test should be measured three months after starting treatment or change in dose.

Yes. Eltroxin can be taken with MAO inhibitors. Consult your doctor before starting these medications.