propylthiouracil 50mg 20 tab. b.p 2002
بروبايلثيويوراسيل 50مجم 20 اقراص
propylthiouracilThe published official price. Pharmacies may differ slightly.
- Strength
- 50 mg
- Form
- tablet
- Manufacturer
- memphis
- Route
- oral.solid
The medical information below is guidance and may be incomplete or wrong. Do not change your medicine or dose based on it — ask a pharmacist or doctor.
Uses
Used for the treatment of hyperthyroidism due to Graves' disease or toxic multinodular goiter in patients who cannot use methimazole. It may also be used before thyroid surgery or radioactive iodine treatment.
Do not use if
Hypersensitivity to propylthiouracil or any component of the formulation.
Side effects
May cause rash, itching, nausea, joint pain, and taste disturbances. Serious reactions include liver injury, agranulocytosis, and vasculitis.
Warnings
Severe and potentially fatal liver injury may occur. Monitor for signs of hepatic dysfunction and blood disorders.
How it works
Inhibits thyroid hormone synthesis and reduces peripheral conversion of thyroxine (T4) to triiodothyronine (T3).
Storage
Store at room temperature in a tightly closed container.