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What is Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine

Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine is a replacement for a hormone normally produced by your thyroid gland to regulate the body's energy and metabolism. Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine is given when the thyroid does not produce enough of this hormone on its own.
Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine treats hypothyroidism. Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine is also used to treat or prevent goiter (enlarged thyroid gland), which can be caused by hormone imbalances, radiation treatment, surgery, or cancer.
Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine may also be used for purposes not listed in Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine guide.

Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:

Common side effects may include mild hair loss.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
See also: Side effects (in more detail)
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Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine dosing

Usual Adult Dose for Hypothyroidism:

Oral:
The initial dose is 12.5 to 50 mcg orally once a day. The dosage can be increased in 12.5 to 25 mcg/day increments every 2 to 4 weeks. In older patients or in younger patients with a history of cardiovascular disease, the dosage should be increased in 12.5 to 25 mcg increments every 3 to 6 weeks.
Few patients require doses higher than 200 mcg. Inadequate response to doses higher than 200 mcg is rare and may suggest malabsorption, poor patient compliance and/or drug interactions.
Parenteral: The usual IV or IM dose is 50 to 75% of the oral dose.

Usual Adult Dose for TSH Suppression:

Oral:
The initial dose is 50 mcg orally once a day. The dosage may be increased in 25 to 50 mcg increments every 2 to 4 weeks. The typical maintenance dose is 100 to 200 mcg orally once a day.
Parenteral: The usual IV or IM dose is 50 to 75 % of the oral dose.

Usual Adult Dose for Thyroid Suppression Test:

Oral: 2.6 mcg/kg/day for 7 to 10 days.
Parenteral: The usual IV or IM dose is 50 to 75% of the oral dose.

Usual Adult Dose for Myxedema Coma:

Initial dose: 300 to 500 mcg IV bolus administered one time.
Maintenance dose: 75 to 100 mcg IV once a day until the patient can be converted to oral therapy.

Usual Pediatric Dose for Hypothyroidism:

Congenital hypothyroidism:
Neonatal:
Oral: 10 to 15 mcg/kg/day; if patient is at risk for development of cardiac failure, begin with a lower dose. In severe cases of hypothyroidism, a higher initial dose of 12 to 17 mcg/kg/day may be considered.
IV or IM: 50% to 75% of the oral dose
Oral:
0 to 3 months: 10 to 15 mcg/kg orally once per day; if the infant is at risk for development of cardiac failure use a lower starting dose of approximately 25 mcg/day; if the initial serum T4 is very low (less than 5 mcg/dL) begin treatment at a higher dosage of approximately 50 mcg/day.
3 to 6 months: 8 to 10 mcg/kg or 25 to 50 mcg orally once per day
6 to 12 months: 6 to 8 mcg/kg or 50 to 75 mcg orally once per day
1 to 5 years: 5 to 6 mcg/kg or 75 to 100 mcg orally once per day
6 to 12 years: 4 to 5 mcg/kg or 100 to 125 mcg orally once per day
12 years: 2 to 3 mcg/kg or greater than or equal to 150 mcg orally once per day
Patients in which growth and puberty are complete: 1.7 mcg/kg orally once per day.
For chronic or severe hypothyroidism: 25 mcg orally once per day and increase dosage as needed in increments of 25 mcg every 2 to 4 weeks until the desired effect is achieved.
Comment:
- Hyperactivity in older children may be minimized by starting at one-quarter of the recommended dose and increasing each week by that amount until the full dose is achieved (4 weeks).
-The relative bioavailability between the injection and oral products has not been established. Therefore, caution should be used when switching patients from oral products to the injection as accurate dosing conversion has not been studied.
-A prospective randomized crossover study demonstrated that Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine and an AB-rated generic L-T4 are not bioequivalent for patients less than 3 years of age with severe congenital hypothyroidism.
Parenteral:
The usual IV or IM dose is 50 to 75% of the oral dose.

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Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine - Frequently asked Questions

Can Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?

In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.

It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.

What other drugs will affect Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine?

Many other medicines can be affected by your thyroid hormone levels. Other medicine may also increase or decrease the effects of Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine.

Many drugs can interact with Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine and not all possible interactions are listed in this medication guide.

Tell your doctor about all medications you use, start using, or stop using during your treatment with Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Give a list of all your medicines to any healthcare provider who treats you.

Who should not take Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine?

Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine should not be used to treat obesity or weight problems. Dangerous side effects or death can occur from the misuse of Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine, especially if you are taking any other weight-loss medications or appetite suppressants.

Since thyroid hormone occurs naturally in the body, almost anyone can take Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine. However, you may not be able to take this medication if you have certain medical conditions.

To make sure Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:

Tell your doctor if you have recently received radiation therapy with iodine (such as I-131).

FDA pregnancy category A. Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine is not expected to harm an unborn baby. If you become pregnant while taking Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine, do not stop taking the medicine without your doctor's advice. Having low thyroid hormone levels during pregnancy could harm both mother and baby. Your dose needs may be different during pregnancy.

Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine can pass into breast milk, but it is not expected to be harmful to a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. Your dose needs may be different while you are nursing.

How should I take Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine?

Follow all directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Do not share this medication with another person, even if they have the same symptoms you have.

Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine works best if you take it on an empty stomach, at least 30 minutes before breakfast. Follow your doctor's dosing instructions and try to take the medicine at the same time each day.

It is very important to take Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine with a full glass (8 ounces) of water. The Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine tablet can dissolve very quickly and swell in the throat, possibly causing choking or gagging.

While using Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine, you may need frequent medical tests.

Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

It may take several weeks before your body starts to respond to Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine. Keep using this medicine even if you feel well. You may need to use Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine for the rest of your life to replace the thyroid hormone your body cannot produce.

Can Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine be taken or consumed while pregnant?

Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.

Can Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?

Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.

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Reviews

Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.

Patient reports

Two patients reported useful

How active was the Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine in relieving patients of the disease or symptoms?
Based on the survey reports from users of gmedication.com, about Useful percentage of users claimed the Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine were useful to them in reducing their symptoms and diseases. However, the effectiveness of the medicine is influenced by many factors like the perception of the symptom, the severity of the conditions, and some other factors; the brand name could also be a factor to an extent. In the event the medicine does not produce the same effective result in your case, ensure you consult your medical expert to reexamine you on your disease or symptoms and prescribe, after that, alternative medications.
Patients%
Useful2
100.0%


Four patients reported side effects

Does the Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine Have Any Side Effects?
Based on the survey report from users of gmedication.com, about No side effects number of people suffered some side effect after consumption of Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine. All drugs have a portion of undesirable side effects. These effects could be irritations too insignificant for the patient to even notice. However, the side effects of drugs may be determined by several factors like severity of disease and conditions associated with individual patients. However, one of the biggest factors is the dosage consumed. The higher the quantity taken by an individual, the greater the healing effect and the corresponding side effect. All patients have their different intensity of side effects. Ensure you consult your health care provider immediately you notice an unusual side effect affect the consumption of Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine.
Patients%
No side effects3
75.0%
It has side effects1
25.0%


Two patients reported price estimates

Do you think The Price of Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine is Worth It?
Do you feel you paid higher than the value you got from it after usage? According to reports from gmedication.com users, on whether the Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine medicine is affordable, users shared different opinions on the question. The views concerning the price of the medicine were based on some factors like the brand the patient bought, the price compared to its level of effectiveness, the nation or country where the medicine is sold, and the amount of money the patient has. For users who are of the opinion that the medicine is unaffordable, they may have to consider a medicine with another brand in a bid to reduce cost.
Patients%
Not expensive1
50.0%
Expensive1
50.0%


Eight patients reported frequency of use

How often should I take Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine?
According to the survey, gmedication.com reported that users of Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine should take Once in a day as the primarily recommended frequency. However, patients are advised to follow the dosage as prescribed by their physician religiously. To get the opinions of other patients on the ideal consumption frequency of the medicine, click here.
Patients%
Once in a day6
75.0%
Twice in a day2
25.0%


Eighteen patients reported doses

What is the specific doses you have used?
Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine May come in various doses. In most cases, antibiotics, antihypertensive, pain killers and anti-diabetic drugs available in different doses. Your doctor may prescribe any of the doses based on the severity of the patient's condition. According to our reports, users of gmedication.com used the drugs in the following dosage percentage (Provide dosage percentage). Only a handful of drugs are made in a single or fixed dose. Regular health conditions like fever have similar doses. For instance [acetaminophen, 500mg] was used by the patients surveyed although it comes in different doses.
Patients%
11-50mg8
44.4%
51-100mg5
27.8%
101-200mg4
22.2%
6-10mg1
5.6%


One patient reported time for results

How long will I use Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine before I begin to notice the effect?
According to the report by users of gmedication.com, about > 3 month and a few days was the most common time duration among the participants, before they began to feel relief in their health conditions. It is noteworthy that you may not get the same result with other users within the same time frame. Several factors determine the timeframe; hence we implore you to consult your medical expert to get professional advice on how long you should expect to see improvement while consuming Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine. However, if you wish to get the response of other users on the time effectiveness of using Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine kindly click here
Patients%
> 3 month1
100.0%


Three patients reported administration

When is the best condition to take Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine: Before or after food?
Based on the survey, the users of gmedication.com voted that Mercury Pharma Levothyroxine is best taken at Empty stomach. It is however worthy of mention that this popular vote may not be an appropriate description for your particular health condition. See your doctor for professional medical advice as regards the best time to take this medicine. If you wish to see the views of other users on the best time to take the medicine, simply click here.
Patients%
Empty stomach3
100.0%


Four patients reported age

Patients%
46-602
50.0%
> 601
25.0%
30-451
25.0%


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The information was verified by Dr. Vishal Pawar, MD Pharmacology