Puran T4 is a medicine used for hormone replacement or supplementation, which can be taken in cases of hypothyroidism or when there is a lack of TSH in the bloodstream.
This medicine has levothyroxine, which is a hormone normally manufactured by the body by the thyroid gland, and can be bought in pharmacies, for a price ranging from 5 to 15 reais, by prescription.
What is it for
Puran T4 is indicated to replace hormones in cases of hypothyroidism or suppression of the hormone TSH of the pituitary gland, which is a thyroid stimulating hormone, in adults and children.
In addition, this medicine may also be used to aid in the diagnosis of hyperthyroidism or autonomic thyroid gland when ordered by your doctor.
How to take
Puran T4 is available in doses 12.5, 25, 37.5, 50, 62.5, 75, 88, 100, 112, 125, 150, 175, 200 and 300, which vary according to the degree of hypothyroidism, the age of the person and tolerability.
Puran T4 tablets should be taken on an empty stomach, always 1 hour before or 2 hours after breakfast.
The recommended dose and duration of treatment with Puran T4 should be indicated by your doctor as these depend on the response of each patient to the treatment.
Side effects
The most common side effects that can occur with the use of this remedy are palpitations, insomnia or headache.
Increased heart rate, nervousness, or hyperthyroidism may also occur less frequently.
Contraindications
This medicine should not be used in people with impaired adrenal gland, or with allergy to any of the components of the formula.
In addition, in cases of pregnant or nursing women or of any heart disease such as angina or infarction, hypertension, lack of appetite, tuberculosis, asthma or diabetes, or if you are being treated with anticoagulants, you should talk to your doctor before start treatment with this medicine.
