Review of the Medical Use of Levothyroxine (Synthroid)

by Abbotsford Research Press

Overview

Levothyroxine, also known as L-thyroxine, is a manufactured form of the thyroid hormone, thyroxine (T4). It is used to treat thyroid hormone deficiency including the severe form known as myxedema coma. It may also be used to treat and prevent certain types of thyroid tumors. It is not indicated for weight loss. Levothyroxine is taken by mouth or given by injection into a vein. Maximum effect from a specific dose can take up to six weeks to occur.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781987471076
Publisher:	CreateSpace Publishing
Publication date:	04/02/2018
Pages:	180
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 11.00(h) x 0.47(d)