Liothyronine Na (Liothyronine Na)
Overview of Liothyronine Na
Liothyronine (Na) is a thyroid hormone, probably the active hormone to which thyroxine is converted. Given by mouth or injection it has effect similar to thyroxine but more rapid and short lived. Used when rapid effect is required such as in myxoedema coma.Used with care if there is aevidence of cardiovascular disease as it may precipitate cardiac failure.
Indication of Liothyronine Na
Liothyronine Na is primarily indicated in conditions like Diagnostic test for thyroid cancer differentiation, Hypothyroid coma, Hypothyroidism, Hypothyroidism (myxoedema), Myxedema coma.
Contraindication of Liothyronine Na
Liothyronine (Na) is contraindicated in conditions like Adrenal insufficiency,Angina,Cardiac failure.
Side Effects of Liothyronine Na
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Liothyronine (Na), which give rise to further complications include Tachycardia, Cardiac arrhythmias, Hyperthyroidism, Agitation.,The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Liothyronine (Na) include Thyrotoxicosis.,The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Liothyronine (Na) are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Diarrhea, Palpitation, Insomnia, Nervousness, Weight LossX, Menstrual irregularity, Heat intolerance.
Precautions of Liothyronine Na
Liothyronine should be used with caution in patients with any heart problems, diabetes, adrenal gland problems or of any allergies, including drug allergies. Avoid using thyroid drugs for weight control. Current information shows that this drug may be used during pregnancy when clearly needed. It should be used with caution during lactation.