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How Long Should I Take Thyroxine For Hyperthyroidism?
I was treated for hyperthyroidism in 2009 dec sing radioactive iodine capsule. I now have hypothyroidsm and I take Thyroxine tabs every morning. (Eltroxine 150ml). Will I have to take this for life and Is there a chance that I may get another attcak ?
Wed, 27 Aug 2014
Good day,
Noted your concern.
You underwent radio iodine treatment for hyperthyroidism and has developed hypothyroidism now. This is quite expected. Since the radio iodine has destroyed the thyroid gland, you will need life long replacement with Eltroxine. It is unlikely that you will get another attack of hyperthyroidism as the gland is already destroyed.
Not to worry, Eltroxine is a safe drug. I would say, hyperthyroidism and its treatment is more difficult and most tablets used for treatment of hyperthyroidism ( neomercazole, Methimazole etc) are toxic. Hence the decision to undergo radio iodine treatment was a right one. Eltroxine is a simple thyroid hormone tablet and is perfectly safe. You will need it life long.
Regards
Binu
Noted your concern.
You underwent radio iodine treatment for hyperthyroidism and has developed hypothyroidism now. This is quite expected. Since the radio iodine has destroyed the thyroid gland, you will need life long replacement with Eltroxine. It is unlikely that you will get another attack of hyperthyroidism as the gland is already destroyed.
Not to worry, Eltroxine is a safe drug. I would say, hyperthyroidism and its treatment is more difficult and most tablets used for treatment of hyperthyroidism ( neomercazole, Methimazole etc) are toxic. Hence the decision to undergo radio iodine treatment was a right one. Eltroxine is a simple thyroid hormone tablet and is perfectly safe. You will need it life long.
Regards
Binu
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