Thyrolar: Indications, Side Effects, Warnings - Drugs.com
Generic name: Liotrix (LYE oh triks)
Brand name: Thyrolar
Do not use Thyrolar (liotrix) to treat obesity or for weight loss. Very bad and sometimes deadly side effects may happen with Thyrolar (liotrix) if it is taken in large doses or with other drugs for weight loss. Talk with the doctor.
Uses of Thyrolar:
It is used to treat or prevent an enlarged thyroid gland.
What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Thyrolar?
If you have an allergy to liotrix or any other part of Thyrolar (liotrix).
If you are allergic to Thyrolar (liotrix); any part of Thyrolar (liotrix); or any other drugs, foods, or substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had.
This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with Thyrolar (liotrix).
Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take Thyrolar (liotrix) with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.
What are some things I need to know or do while I take Thyrolar?
Tell all of your health care providers that you take Thyrolar (liotrix). This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.
Do not run out of Thyrolar (liotrix).
If you are 65 or older, use Thyrolar (liotrix) with care. You could have more side effects.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using Thyrolar (liotrix) while you are pregnant.
How is this medicine (Thyrolar) best taken?
Use Thyrolar (liotrix) as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.
Do not take colesevelam, colestipol, or cholestyramine within 4 hours of Thyrolar (liotrix).
Keep taking Thyrolar (liotrix) as you have been told by your doctor or other health care provider, even if you feel well.
Detailed Thyrolar dosage information
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Thyrolar side effects (more detail)
What are some other side effects of Thyrolar?
Hair loss may happen in some people in the first few months of using Thyrolar (liotrix). This most often goes back to normal.
How do I store and/or throw out Thyrolar?
Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about Thyrolar (liotrix), please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
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