Eltroxin Tablets (Generic Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets)

1. Eltroxin Tablets (Generic Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets) © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

2. Eltroxin Tablets (Generic Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets) Eltroxin (Generic Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets) is used as replacement therapy in the treatment of thyroid hormone deficiency (hypothyroidism) of any etiology (except transient hypothyroidism during the recovery phase of subacute thyroiditis), as well as for simple (nonendemic) goiter and chronic lymphocytic (Hashimoto's) thyroiditis. Eltroxin tablets are also used to suppress the growth of some adenomatous goiters, and to prevent the goitrogenic effects of other medications such as lithium, aminosalicylic acid, and some sulfonamide compounds. © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

3. Eltroxin Tablets (Generic Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets) Active Ingredient The active ingredient present in Eltroxin is Levothyroxine Sodium. Each Eltroxin tablet contains 25 mcg, 50 mcg or 100 mcg of Levothyroxine Sodium. © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

4. Eltroxin Tablets (Generic Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets) Chemical Structure The structure of Levothyroxine Sodium is given below: © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

5. Eltroxin Tablets (Generic Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets) Eltroxin Tablets are manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited, India in the strengths of 25 mcg, 50 mcg and 100 mcg. (Website: https://india-pharma.gsk.com/ ) URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/eltroxin-old-formula-by-gsk-not-aspen.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

6. Eltroxin Tablets (Generic Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets) Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets – Brand Names Levothyroxine Sodium tablets are available under various drug trade names that include Duotab, Eltibio, Eltroxin, Euthyrox, Eutirox, Levothroid, Levoxyl, Letrox, Levaxin, L-thyroxine, Pregnavit, Novothyrox, Roxin, Synox, Synthroid, Thyronorm, Thyobuild, Thyrobest, Thyrobuild, Thyrocare, Tirosint, Thyrin, Thyrolar, Thyrax, Thyrax Duotab, Thyrox and Unithroid. © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

7. Eltroxin Tablets (Generic Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets) Uses of Eltroxin Tablets Levothyroxine is used to treat hypothyroidism, a condition where the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone. It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medications or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical development. This medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders (such as thyroid cancer). URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/eltroxin-old-formula-by-gsk-not-aspen.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

8. Eltroxin Tablets (Generic Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets) Eltroxin Tablets Dosage The dosage of Eltroxin tablets (Generic Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets) is given below: The recommended initial dosage of Eltroxin for adult patients is 50 to 100 micrograms orally once a day, without meals in a fasting state. The recommended daily and adjusted at four or six week intervals by 50 micrograms until attainment of clinical and biochemical euthyroidism. Eltroxin (Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets) is best taken as a single daily dose first thing in the morning. It should be taken with water and on an empty stomach, and at least 30 minutes and preferably 60 minutes before the intake of any food or other medications. Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets are best administered in the fasting state, as food will decrease absorption. URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/eltroxin-old-formula-by-gsk-not-aspen.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

9. Eltroxin Tablets (Generic Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets) Contraindications Eltroxin tablets are contraindicated in patients with a hypersensitivity to Levothyroxine Sodium or any other component of this medication. Patients with untreated subclinical (suppressed serum TSH with normal T3 and T4 levels) or overt thyrotoxicosis of any etiology. Patients with acute myocardial infarction. Patients with uncorrected adrenal insufficiency, as thyroid hormones increase tissue demands for adrenocortical hormones and may thereby precipitate acute adrenal crisis. URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/eltroxin-old-formula-by-gsk-not-aspen.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

10. Eltroxin Tablets (Generic Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets) Storage Instructions Eltroxin Tablets (Generic Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets) have to be stored at controlled room temperature i.e. from 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) with excursions permitted between 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F). Keep this as well as all other medicines away from children and pets. URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/eltroxin-old-formula-by-gsk-not-aspen.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

11. Eltroxin Tablets (Generic Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets) Warnings Cardiac adverse reactions in the elderly and in patients with underlying cardiovascular disease: Initiate Eltroxin at less than the full replacement dose because of the increased risk of cardiac adverse reactions, including atrial fibrillation. Myxedema coma: Do not use oral thyroid hormone drug products to treat myxedema coma. Acute adrenal crisis in patients with concomitant adrenal insufficiency: Treat with replacement glucocorticoids prior to starting Eltroxin treatment. Prevention of hyperthyroidism or incomplete treatment of hypothyroidism: Proper dose titration and careful monitoring is critical to prevent the persistence of hypothyroidism or the development of hyperthyroidism. URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/eltroxin-old-formula-by-gsk-not-aspen.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

12. Eltroxin Tablets (Generic Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets) Warnings Worsening of diabetic control: Therapy in patients with diabetes mellitus may worsen glycemic control and result in increased antidiabetic agent or insulin requirements. Carefully monitor glycemic control after starting, changing, or discontinuing thyroid hormone therapy. Decreased bone mineral density associated with thyroid hormone over-replacement: Over-replacement can increase bone resorption and decrease bone mineral density. Give the lowest effective dose. URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/eltroxin-old-formula-by-gsk-not-aspen.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

13. Eltroxin Tablets (Generic Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets) Eltroxin Tablets Side Effects Side effects associated with Levothyroxine Sodium (Eltroxin tablets) therapy are primarily those of hyperthyroidism due to therapeutic overdosage: arrhythmias, myocardial infarction, dyspnea, muscle spasm, headache, nervousness, irritability, insomnia, tremors, muscle weakness, increased appetite, weight loss, diarrhea, heat intolerance, menstrual irregularities, and skin rash. URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/eltroxin-old-formula-by-gsk-not-aspen.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

14. Eltroxin Tablets (Generic Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets) Overdose The signs and symptoms of overdosage are those of hyperthyroidism. In addition, confusion and disorientation may occur. Cerebral embolism, shock, coma, and death have been reported. Seizures occurred in a 3-year old child ingesting 3.6 mg of Levothyroxine. Symptoms may not necessarily be evident or may not appear until several days after ingestion of Levothyroxine sodium. Reduce the Levothyroxine Sodium (Eltroxin tablets) dose or discontinue temporarily if signs or symptoms of overdosage occur. Initiate appropriate supportive treatment as dictated by the patient’s medical status. URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/eltroxin-old-formula-by-gsk-not-aspen.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

15. Eltroxin Tablets (Generic Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets) Eltroxin Tablets During Pregnancy Levothyroxine Sodium (Eltroxin Tablets) is classified by the US FDA as Pregnancy Category A. Levothyroxine has been taken by a large number of pregnant women and women of childbearing age without any form of definite disturbances in the reproductive process having been observed so far. Experience with Levothyroxine use in pregnant women, including data from post-marketing studies, have not reported increased rates of major birth defects or miscarriages. There are risks to the mother and fetus associated with untreated hypothyroidism in pregnancy. URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/eltroxin-old-formula-by-gsk-not-aspen.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

16. Eltroxin Tablets (Generic Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets) Eltroxin Tablets During Pregnancy Since TSH levels may increase during pregnancy, TSH should be monitored and Eltroxin dosage adjusted during pregnancy. There are no animal studies conducted with Levothyroxine during pregnancy. Eltroxin should not be discontinued during pregnancy and hypothyroidism diagnosed during pregnancy should be promptly treated. URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/eltroxin-old-formula-by-gsk-not-aspen.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

17. Eltroxin Tablets (Generic Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets) For more details on Eltroxin Tablets click here Eltroxin Tablets (Generic Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets) by GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited, India. © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )