| Active substance |
Thyroxine Sodium
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| Water Retention |
No
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| Hepatotoxicity |
No
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| Lab Test |
Thyroid function tests (TSH, T4, T3)
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| Strength |
75mcg
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| Also known as |
Levothyroxine sodium
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| Blood pressure |
Can increase
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| Trade name |
Synthroid, Levoxyl, others
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| Storage conditions |
Store at room temperature away from light and moisture
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| Chemical name |
Sodium (2S)-2-amino-3-[4-(4-hydroxy-3,5-diiodophenoxy)-3,5-diiodophenyl]propanoate
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| Formula |
C15H10I4NNaO4
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| Substance class |
Thyroid hormone
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| Main action |
Hormone replacement
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| Half-life |
6-7 days
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| Dosage (medical) |
25-300 mcg/day
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| Dosage (sports) |
Not typically used for athletic enhancement
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| Effects |
Increases metabolic rate, stimulates protein synthesis
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| Side effects |
Heart palpitations, anxiety, sleep disturbances, weight loss
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| Use in sports |
Rare, primarily for weight loss in some cases
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| Manufacturer |
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
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| Packing |
120 tabs/bottle
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