PTU 100mg Tablet

Hyperthyroidism

In Hyperthyroidism : PTU 100mg Tablet reduces the amount of thyroid hormone in your body and also helps relieve the symptoms of hyperthyroidism. These include palpitations, feeling anxious, sweaty or shaky, and being intolerant to heat. This will help you have a better quality of life. Keep taking it as advised by the doctor to get maximum benefit.

How to use PTU Tablet Follow your doctor's guidance regarding the dose and duration of this medication. Ingest it without breaking or crushing. Do not chew, crush or break it. PTU 100mg Tablet can be taken it with or without food, although it's advisable to take it consistently at the same time.

How PTU Tablet works PTU 100mg Tablet is an anti-thyroid medication. It works by reducing the amount of thyroid hormones produced by the thyroid gland.

Alcohol

Consult your Doctor: Please consult your doctor regarding the safety of consuming alcohol with PTU 100mg Tablet . Experts have not found evidence of alcohol impairing the effectiveness of the medicine.

Pregnancy

PTU 100mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Doctor consultation is advised.

Breast feeding

PTU 100mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

It is not known whether PTU 100mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

PTU 100mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of PTU 100mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Doctor consultation is advised.

Liver

There is limited information available on the use of PTU 100mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Doctor consultation is advised.

Store in a cool and dry place, and keep the temperature below 30�C

PTU 100mg Tablet is used for the treatment of hyperthyroidism. You may have to stop taking�it for a while if you are also taking radio-iodine as a treatment for your overactive thyroid.� It may affect the level of blood cells in your blood. Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, fever, or general illness. Stop taking PTU 100mg Tablet and Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms of liver damage such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine or yellowing of the eyes or skin. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

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