Rhea Propylthiouracil Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info Full Prescribing Info Contents Description Action Indications/Uses Dosage/Direction for Use Use In Pregnancy & Lactation Adverse Reactions MIMS Class ATC Classification Regulatory Classification Presentation/Packing

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Propylthiouracil

Indications/Uses

Hyperthyroidism.

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Dosage/Direction for Use

Usually given every 6-8 hr. Adult Initially 1-2 tab every 6 hr daily. Maintenance: 1-3 tab daily. Childn 6-10 yr Initially 1-3 tab daily. Maintenance: 1 tab daily.

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Administration

Should be taken with food.

Special Precautions

Erythema, fever & pharyngitis may occur. Basal metabolism, pulse, BP & blood picture should be controlled in 8 days intervals. Pregnancy & lactation.

Use In Pregnancy & Lactation

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Adverse Reactions

GI disorders, struma, exophthalmos, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, agranulocytosis & thyrotoxic crisis, after having discontinued the prep.

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Description

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Action

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MIMS Class

Antithyroid Agents

ATC Classification

H03BA02 - propylthiouracil ; Belongs to the class of thiouracils. Used in the management of thyroid diseases.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Rhea Propylthiouracil tab 50 mg

Packing/Price

100's (P990/pack)

Rhea Propylthiouracil

propylthiouracil

Manufacturer:

Surepharm

Distributor:

Philusa