METHIMAZOLE

Methimazole is an antithyroid drug. It lessens the creation of the thyroid hormones by restraining the consolidation of iodide in the thyroglobulins of the thyroid gland.

Uses

Methimazole is used in the following:

Mild to severe hyperthyroidism
Grave’s disease
Preparation of hyperthyroid patients for thyroidectomy
Used as an adjunct to radioactive iodine therapy

Warning

Do not give Methimazole to people with the following conditions:

Proven hypersensitivity to thiamazole or carbimazole
Agranulocytosis during previous treatment with thiamazole, carbimazole or PTU

Side Effects

Methimazole may have the following side effects:

Nausea
Vomiting
Gastric discomfort
Headache
Hair loss
Bone marrow depression
Fever
Arthralgia
Arthritis
Rashes
Leukopenia

Precautions

Take extra caution in patients with the following medical conditions:

Vasculitis
Lupus erythematosus syndrome
Aplastic anemia
Nephrotic syndrome
Fever
Sore throat
Nose bleeding
Pregnancy
Lactation

Interactions

Methimazole may interact with the following medicines:

Amiodarone
Beta-blockers
Digoxin
Potassium iodide
Sodium iodide
Theophyllines
Warfarin

Overdose & Brands

Symptoms of overdose include the following:

Nausea
Vomiting
Upset stomach
Headache
Joint pain
Fever
Itching
Swelling
Bleeding

Seek medical help immediately.

Available Brands:

Tapazole
Tapdin
Thiamazole