Is there a difference between Cytomel and liothyronine?
Levothyroxine (Synthroid) is a synthetic version of T4, and liothyronine (Cytomel) is a synthetic version of T3.
Who makes generic Cytomel?
The Food and Drug Administration has cleared Zydus Cadila’s liothyronine sodium tablets in dosage strengths of 5 mcg, 25 mcg, and 50 mcg. The product is the generic of Pfizer’s Cytomel tablets. Liothyronine is a man-made form of thyroid hormone which is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
What is the difference between Cytomel and Armour thyroid?
Armour Thyroid is a natural product made from animal thyroid glands and Cytomel is a synthetic (man-made) thyroid hormone.
Is cytomel better than generic?
Cytomel (liothyronine) is available as a generic medication and may be significantly cheaper compared to the brand version. Unless there is a specific reason you need the brand, the generic medication will be a better value.
Is generic cytomel as good as brand name?
Cytomel (liothyronine) is available as a generic medication and may be significantly cheaper compared to the brand version. Unless there is a specific reason you need the brand, the generic medication will be a better value. For even more savings, use a GoodRx coupon and pay just a fraction of the retail price.
What are the side effects of too much Cytomel?
Overdose symptoms may include headache, sweating, diarrhea, irregular menstrual periods, confusion, weakness, swelling in your hands or feet, fast heart rate, chest pain, feeling short of breath, fainting, or feeling nervous, restless, or irritable.
Does cytomel cause weight gain?
Cytomel (liothyronine) can cause you to lose weight as a side effect, but should never be used for weight loss.
Is generic cytomel as good as brand?
Is generic cytomel the same as Reg?
Re: Is generic cytomel the same as reg? Yes there is a difference in the generic Cytomel. It often contains cellulose fillers and this can blunt of diminish the effects of the T3.
Would adding cytomel help?
Cytomel can help boost your metabolism and lead to weight loss, ESPECIALLY in certain hypothyroid patients. Does that mean every hypothyroid patient should take it?
What is the best medicine for hypothyroidism?
Hormone replacement therapy, such as Synthroid (levothyroxine), is the most widely used drug for hypothyroidism. An anti-thyroid drug like Tapazole (methimazole) may be used for hyperthyroidism , and thyroid cancer patients may require or radioactive-iodine therapy or chemotherapy.
What is the brand name for thyroid?
Brand names are Cytomel or Tertroxin. Summary: Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), Thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3) are measured to test thyroid function. Armour Thyroid and Synthroidare the two main medications used to treat hypothyroidism. There is also a third type of medication made of synthetic T3.
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