Eltroxin

Eltroxin (Levothyroxine Sodium) is a naturally occurring hormone produced by your thyroid. It is important for normal energy and metabolism and is also used to prevent and treat goiter (growth or enlargement of the thyroid gland). Causes of goiter include hormonal imbalances, radiation, surgery, and cancer.

Take Eltroxin (Levothyroxine Sodium) as directed by your physician. Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly. Take the dosage with a full glass of water and in the morning to prevent insomnia at night.

If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking Eltroxin (Levothyroxine Sodium) and seek emergency medical attention:

• vomiting
• chest pain
• irregular heartbeat
• shortness of breath

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take Eltroxin (Levothyroxine Sodium) and talk to your physician or try another similar medication if you experience the followings:

• tremor
• nervousness
• irritability
• headache
• insomnia
• diarrhea
• changes in appetite
• weight loss
• leg cramps
• menstrual irregularities
• fever
• sweating or heat sensitivity