Thyroid Flashcards

1
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Levothyroxin

A

Treat hypothyroidism

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2
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Propylthiouracil (PTU)

A

Inhibit iodination of tyrosin , coupling of iodotyrosin
Also inhibit T4===>T3 at periphery
Safe in pregnancy woman,
hepatotoxic

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3
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Carbimazole

Methmazole

A

Inhibit iodination of tyrosin , coupling of iodotyrosin

Faster than PTU , less hepatotoxic drug

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