Warnings


What may interact with Thyrolar?


-amiodarone
-antacids
-anti-thyroid medicines
-calcium supplements
-carbamazepine
-certain medicines for depression
-certain medicines to treat cancer
-cholestyramine
-clofibrate
-colesevelam
-colestipol
-digoxin
-female hormones, like estrogens and birth control pills, patches, rings, or injections
-iron supplements
-kayexylate
-ketamine
-liquid nutrition products like Ensure
-lithium
-medicines for colds and breathing difficulties
-medicines for diabetes
-medicines or dietary supplements for weight loss
-methadone
-niacin
-orlistat
-oxandrolone
-phenobarbital or other barbiturates
-phenytoin
-rifampin
-sevelamer
-simethicone
-soy isoflavones
-steroid medicines like prednisone or cortisone
-sucralfate
-testosterone
-theophylline
-warfarin

What should I tell my health care provider before I take Thyrolar?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

-Addison''s disease or other adrenal gland problem
-angina
-bone problems
-diabetes
-dieting or on a weight loss program
-fertility problems
-heart disease
-pituitary gland problem
-take medicines that treat or prevent blood clots
-an unusual or allergic reaction to levothyroxine, liothyronine, other thyroid hormones, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding

What should I watch for while using Thyrolar?

Do not switch brands of this medicine unless your health care professional agrees with the change. Ask questions if you are uncertain.

You will need regular exams and occasional blood tests to check the response to treatment. If you are receiving this medicine for an underactive thyroid, it may be several weeks before you notice an improvement. Check with your doctor or health care professional if your symptoms do not improve.

It may be necessary for you to take this medicine for the rest of your life. Do not stop using this medicine unless your doctor or health care professional advises you to.

This medicine can affect blood sugar levels. If you have diabetes, check your blood sugar as directed.

You may lose some of your hair when you first start treatment. With time, this usually corrects itself.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children.

Store tablets in the refrigerator between 2 and 8 degrees C (36 and 46 degrees F). Keep container tightly closed. Protect from light. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.