What is Cytomel/Lyothyronine sodium used for?

This medicine is used as replacement therapy when the thyroid gland does not secrete enough thyroid hormone (hypothyroidism).

If you have any questions about your medicine, please talk with your Health care provider, pharmacist, or health care provider. This medicine is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about this medicine. If you have any questions about your medicine, ask your Health care provider, pharmacist, or health care provider.

How should Cytomel/Lyothyronine sodium be stored?

Store at room temperature in a cool dry place, protect from heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children and pets.

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When should Cytomel/Lyothyronine sodium not be taken?

Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any ingredient in this medicine or to similar medications.

What precautions should I follow when taking Cytomel/Lyothyronine sodium?

Before using this medicine, tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine if you are taking blood thinners if you have stomach problems if you have peptic ulcers if you have any other medical condition like liver or kidney function impairment or heart problem

What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Cytomel/Lyothyronine sodium?

Store this medication at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.

What are the side effects of Cytomel/Lyothyronine sodium?

Most severe: Headache (severe) in children, skin rash or hives

Signs of not getting enough medication: Clumsiness, coldness, constipation, dry, puffy skin, listlessness, muscle aches, sleepiness, tiredness, weakness, weight gain

Signs of getting too much medication: Chest pain, confusion, fast or irregular heartbeat, mood swings, muscle weakness, psychosis, restlessness (extreme), yellow eyes or skin, shortness of breath

How should I take Cytomel/Lyothyronine sodium?

How much medicine you take and how often you take it depend on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of the medicine you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Do not stop taking this medicine without checking with your health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking this medicine. Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, contact your health care provider or pharmacist.