Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet belongs to a group of medicine called anti-thyroid agents. It is used in the treatment of hyperthyroidism. It reduces the amount of thyroid hormones produced by the thyroid gland.

Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet is used to treat hyperthyroidism (increased production of a chemical that helps in energy production and bone growth)

Uses of Neo-Mercazole Tablet

Hyperthyroidism

Benefits of Neo-Mercazole Tablet

In Hyperthyroidism

Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet reduces the amount of thyroid hormone in your body and also helps relieve the symptoms of hyperthyroidism. These include palpitations, feeling anxious, sweaty or shaky, and being intolerant to heat. This will help you have a better quality of life. Keep taking it as advised by the doctor to get maximum benefit.

Side effects of Neo-Mercazole Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Neo-Mercazole

Nausea
Headache
Joint pain
Gastrointestinal disturbance
Skin rash
Itching
Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)

How to use Neo-Mercazole Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine. Use of Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

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Quick tips

Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet is used for the treatment of hyperthyroidism.
You may have to stop taking it for a while if you are also taking radio-iodine as a treatment for your overactive thyroid.
It may affect the level of blood cells in your blood. Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, fever, or general illness.
Stop taking Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet and Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms of liver damage such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine, or yellowing of the eyes or skin.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Carbonylimidazoles Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

HORMONES

Action Class

Antithyroid agents-Thyroid peroxidase inhibitors

Patient concerns

Sir My mom have problem of thyroid and doctors are say you have to take ambulax and Neo-Mercazole 5 Sir can she take regularly ambulax medicine

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Diabetology

Propanalol with neomercazole is prescribed in hyperthyroidism

She is diabetic and the report of thyroid is attached.thyroid medicine is neo mercazole 5 thrice daily

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Physician

You need to continue medicine as priscribed by your doctor. Try to control sugar level in normal limits

FAQs

Can I just stop taking Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet?

No, you should not stop taking Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet even if you start feeling better. You may have to take it for several months depending on your investigations. The duration of the treatment will continue till the thyroid hormone levels return to normal. This duration may vary from six months to 18 months. Your doctor will decide when the treatment should be stopped.

How long does Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet take to work?

You may start feeling better within 1-3 weeks of starting Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet. However, it usually takes 4-8 weeks to see the full benefits of the treatment.

Can Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet cause hair loss?

Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet may cause hair loss but not in everyone. It has been seen that on discontinuing Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet or replacing Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet with another medicine, there is improvement, and hair loss reverses.

Who should not take Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet?

You should not take Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet if you have serious liver disorder or serious blood disorder. You should also avoid taking this medicine if you are pregnant or are allergic to Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet or any of the ingredients present in it Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet.

My sister is taking Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet for overactive thyroid gland. She frequently gets sore throat and stops and restarts the treatment again and again. Is there any risk if she continues to take Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet when she has sore throat?

Very rarely, Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet interferes with the bone marrow and causes a drastic drop in white blood cells. These white blood cells are a part of the body's defense against bacterial infections, such as sore throats. So, a sore throat can sometimes be the first clue that Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet is affecting the bone marrow. Your sister should contact her doctor and get a blood test. If a blood test shows her white blood cell count to be normal, then she can continue Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet. If not, she should stop the treatment after consulting the doctor.

How does Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet affect children?

The effectiveness and side effects of Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet in children are more or less the same as in adults. Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet should not be used in children less than 2 years of age.

I have been taking warfarin, so will it have any effect on Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet therapy?

If you have started taking Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet, the dose of warfarin may need adjustment. You should consult your doctor and get your bleeding time checked so that the dose can be adjusted according to the results of the investigations.

Even if my liver is normal, can Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet cause any liver problems?

Yes, Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet may cause liver problems, though not in everyone. A very common side effect of Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet can be the yellowing of skin and eyes (jaundice). It may also cause abnormal liver function tests, hepatitis, etc. If you notice jaundice, you should discontinue Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet and seek immediate medical advice.

If I am planning my pregnancy, can I continue taking Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet?

No, it is advisable not to take Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet during pregnancy as it may cause abnormalities in your baby. You should consult your doctor because if your thyroid hormone levels are not controlled, the chances of birth defects in your baby are much more. In case Neo-Mercazole 5 Tablet is the only option for you, your doctor will prescribe the lowest possible dose, which will be regulated according to your condition. You can stop it 3-4 weeks before delivery to reduce the chances of complications in your baby.

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