If I am planning my pregnancy, can I continue taking Anti-Thyrox?
No, it is advisable not to take Anti-Thyrox during pregnancy as it may cause abnormalities in your baby. You should consult your doctor because if your thyroid hormone levels are not controlled, chances of birth defects in your baby are much more. In case Anti-Thyrox 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 chances of complications in your baby.
Can Anti-Thyrox cause hair loss?
Anti-Thyrox may cause hair loss but not in everyone. It has been seen that on discontinuing Anti-Thyrox or replacing Anti-Thyrox with another medicine, there is improvement and hair loss reverses.
How long does Anti-Thyrox take to work?
You may start feeling better within 1-3 weeks of starting Anti-Thyrox. However, it usually takes 4-8 weeks to see the full benefits of the treatment.
Can I just stop taking Anti-Thyrox?
No, you should not stop taking Anti-Thyrox 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.
Who should not take Anti-Thyrox?
You should not take Anti-Thyrox 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 Anti-Thyrox or any of the ingredients present in it Anti-Thyrox.
I have been taking warfarin, so will it have any effect on Anti-Thyrox therapy?
If you have started taking Anti-Thyrox, 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.
How does Anti-Thyrox affect children?
The effectiveness and side effects of Anti-Thyrox in children are more or less the same as in adults. Anti-Thyrox should not be used in children less than 2 years of age.
Even if my liver is normal, can Anti-Thyrox cause any liver problems?
Yes, Anti-Thyrox may cause liver problems, though not in everyone. A very common side effect of Anti-Thyrox can be yellowing of skin and eyes (jaundice). It may also cause abnormal liver function tests, hepatitis, etc. If you notice jaundice, you should discontinue Anti-Thyrox and seek immediate medical advice.
My sister is taking Anti-Thyrox 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 Anti-Thyrox when she has sore throat?
Very rarely, Anti-Thyrox interferes with the bone marrow and causes a drastic drop in white blood cells. These white blood cells are a part of the bodys defense against bacterial infections, such as sore throats. So, a sore throat can sometimes be the first clue that Anti-Thyrox is affecting the bone marrow. Your sister should contact her doctor and get a blood test. If blood test shows her white blood cell count to be normal, then she can continue Anti-Thyrox. If not, she should stop the treatment after consulting the doctor.
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