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Tiromel Indications
- Tiromel (sodium liothyronine) is prescribed to patients with hypothyroidism - a disease in which the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormones. These hormones are of great importance in the process of regulating metabolism and energy exchange in the body. A low level of these hormones can lead to weight gain, hair loss, sensitivity to cold, etc.
Pharmacological properties
The active ingredient of Tiromel tablets is liothyronine, a synthetic thyroid hormone (Cytomel and liothyronine are analogues).
This medicine is indicated for people whose tests have confirmed a lack of thyroid hormones in the body. Autoimmune thyroiditis, euthyroid goiter, thyroid cancer - in all these cases, an endocrinologist can prescribe the drug Tiromel.
Indications for use
Hypothyroidism, myxedema, cretinism, cerebrohypophyseal diseases with hypothyroid conditions, endemic and sporadic goiter (recurrence prevention), thyroid cancer (suppressive therapy).
Application
Before starting treatment with Tiromel (sodium liothyronine), it is necessary to consult a doctor. The drug contains 25 mcg of the active ingredient. In most cases of hypothyroidism treatment, patients are prescribed 25 mcg once a day, preferably 30 minutes before breakfast. Noticeable improvement usually appears 2 weeks after starting treatment. The dosage can be changed depending on the feeling of the symptoms
