Thyroup 50 Tablet is a medicine used to treat an underactive thyroid gland (hypothyroidism). It replaces the hormone which is not being produced by your thyroid gland in sufficient quantity and helps regulate your body’s energy and metabolism.

Thyroup 50 Tablet is used to treat deficiency of chemical controlling growth and energy production

Uses of Thyroup Tablet

Side effects of Thyroup 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 Thyroup

Palpitations
Vomiting
Anxiety
Diarrhea
Weight loss
Nervousness
Increased appetite
Tremors

How to use Thyroup 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. Thyroup 50 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

How Thyroup Tablet works

Thyroup 50 Tablet is a synthetic version of a hormone produced by the thyroid gland. It works by replacing the thyroid hormones that your thyroid gland cannot produce in a sufficient quantity, and relieves the symptoms of hypothyroidism (tiredness, weight gain, and depression).

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Thyroup 50 Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Thyroup 50 Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Thyroup 50 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

SAFE

Thyroup 50 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Thyroup 50 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Thyroup 50 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Thyroup 50 Tablet

₹1.03/Tablet

Eltroxin 50mcg Tablet

Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹0.96/tablet

7% cheaper

Thyrox 50 Tablet

Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹1.03/tablet

same price

Fertibex 50 Tablet

Fourrts India Laboratories Pvt Ltd

₹0.96/tablet

7% cheaper

Lethyrox 50 Tablet

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹1.11/tablet

8% costlier

Thyronorm 50mcg Tablet

Abbott L

₹1.15/tablet

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Quick tips

Thyroup 50 Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach (ideally, first thing in the morning). No food, milk, or tea should be taken 1 hour before and 2 hours after taking this medicine.
It may take 6 to 8 weeks to get the full effect.
For most people, Thyroup 50 Tablet can be a lifelong medication. Do not discontinue it without discussing your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you have diarrhea, nervousness, irritability, sleep disturbances, shaking hands, or chest pain. Your doctor may adjust your dose.
Leave a gap of at least 4 hours before taking any antacids, calcium or iron supplements, and multivitamins, as these may interfere with the effect of the medicine.
Get your hormone levels checked regularly and inform your doctor if you notice a significant change in your body weight. The dose may need to be adjusted.
Inform your doctor before changing the brand of Thyroup 50 Tablet as all brands may not have the same effect.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Iodinated amino acid derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

HORMONES

Action Class

Thyroid hormones

Patient concerns

I m taking thyroup 125 and telsar beta 50 any remedies in stuffers

Dr. Spurthi Magdum

Ayurveda

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my mom got TSH 4.65 uIU/ml and BP 130/90 hg on dated we consulted doctor and got priscription Thyroup 50 mg for daily early morning on empty stomach. On next visit dated on TSH was 6.330 and BP 140/90 and also mild vertigo when get up in morning. After this doctor replaced Thyroup 50 to Thyroup 75 . After this my mom got BP up to 155/110 and getting vertigo continually day by day. I am feeling that Thyroup is giving side effect or it is not suitable for my mom. I am in worry please help.

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

plz do following testfT3 fT4 TSH(3rd gen) , serum creatinine, HB1c, Blood sugar, lipid profile and urine routine

I am suffering from Thyroid problem since 2007 and in 2010 a fibroadenoma was detected in my left breast and it pains a lot even today sometimes. My taking following medicines: THYROUP-100 EVION 400MG CAPSULE GLYCOMET 250 MG TABLET PRIMOSA 500 MG CAPSULE My period is very irregular and not able to shed weight easily. Is is possible to remove fibroadenoma completely and how can my period come on time?

Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Fibroadenoma can be removed only by surgeryWeight loss with exercise and diet

Dr. Sir, I have facing depression again after 2 year , and I don't know what was it's triggered point. Kindly tell me what should i do in this situation, I am bachelor. Is Zyven is good for this situation as it was earlier suggest by psychiatrist.

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Depression is a persistent state of sadness that is the result of interaction between one's inner biological and psychological state and gets triggered of with environmental stressors. Reactive depression is in response to a situation like loss, sickness, trauma etc. Endogenous depression occurs without any noticeable environmental stressors. Psychological symptoms include lack of interest, negative thinking, irritability, frustration, feeling demotivated etc. Somatic symptoms like fatigue/ weakness/ lack of sleep/ lack of appetite and other physical symptoms are common. Anxiety is common. In severe cases one may feel helpless and hopeless enough to wish for death or attempt suicide. Treatment includes physical and psychiatric work up following which medicines can be prescribed. In milder cases, psychotherapy or counselling is recommended.

FAQs

What should I do if I accidentally take more than the dose required?

An overdose of this medicine may cause nervousness, anxiety, rapid heartbeat, hand tremors, excessive sweating, weight loss, and sleep problems. You should immediately consult your doctor in case of an overdose.

How long do I need to take Thyroup 50 Tablet?

You should take Thyroup 50 Tablet as long as your doctor has recommended. Usually, it is prescribed for the long term and you may have to take it lifelong. Do not stop taking the medicine, as your symptoms of low levels of thyroid hormone may reoccur.

How should Thyroup 50 Tablet be taken?

Take Thyroup 50 Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor. Thyroup 50 Tablet should be taken orally preferably before breakfast or as a first meal of the day. It should be swallowed whole with plenty of water.

Being a diabetic what should I be aware of while taking Thyroup 50 Tablet?

Thyroup 50 Tablet may raise blood sugar levels and may affect the working of other anti-diabetic medicines which you might be taking. Hence, dose adjustment may be required. Consult your doctor who will help you with dose management.

What does thyroxine do? Why is it important?

Thyroxine hormone controls how much energy your body uses. It plays an important role in regulating your body weight, muscle strength, body temperature, and even your mood. Along with that, it is important for your digestion, heart muscles, brain development, and bone health.

Does Thyroup 50 Tablet affect contraception?

Oral birth control pills, which contain both estrogen and progesterone may reduce the amount of Thyroup 50 Tablet in your body and therefore the dose of Thyroup 50 Tablet may have to be increased.

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