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Thyroid Hormons: Levothyroxine Flashcards

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Levothyroxine: prescribes for

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Hypothyroidism

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Levothyroxine: Examples

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Levothyroxine

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Levothyroxine: Mode of action

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Lifelong replacement

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Levothyroxine: Contraindication

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Thyrotoxicosis

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Levothyroxine: Cautions

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Elderly, cardiovascular disorders

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Levothyroxine: Dosing

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The dose should be taken 30–60 minutes pre-break or caffeine-containing liquids to avoid reduced absorption

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Levothyroxine: Interactions

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Oral iron and calcium supplements (and cow’s dairy) reduce the absorption of levothyroxine. It is important that doses are separated by at least four hours

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Levothyroxine: Side effects

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Headache, insomnia, tremor, anxiety, flushing

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