Warnings


What may interact with TIROSINT-SOL?


-amiodarone
-antacids, vitamins, or other products that contain aluminum, calcium, iron, or magnesium
-anti-thyroid medicines
-calcium supplements
-carbamazepine
-certain medicines for depression
-certain medicines to treat cancer
-cholestyramine
-clofibrate
-colesevelam
-colestipol
-digoxin
-female hormones, like estrogens and birth control pills, patches, rings, or injections
-ketamine
-lanthanum
-liquid nutrition products like Ensure
-lithium
-medicines for colds and breathing difficulties
-medicines for diabetes
-medicines or dietary supplements for weight loss
-methadone
-niacin
-orlistat
-oxandrolone
-phenobarbital or other barbiturates
-phenytoin
-rifampin
-sevelamer
-simethicone
-sodium polystyrene sulfonate
-soy isoflavones
-steroid medicines like prednisone or cortisone
-sucralfate
-testosterone
-theophylline
-warfarin

What should I tell my health care provider before I take TIROSINT-SOL?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

-Addison''s disease or other adrenal gland problem
-angina
-bone problems
-diabetes
-dieting or on a weight loss program
-fertility problems
-heart disease
-pituitary gland problem
-take medicines that treat or prevent blood clots
-an unusual or allergic reaction to levothyroxine, thyroid hormones, glycerin, glycerol, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding

What should I watch for while using TIROSINT-SOL?

Do not switch brands of this medicine unless your health care professional agrees with the change. Ask questions if you are uncertain.
You will need regular exams and occasional blood tests to check the response to treatment. If you are receiving this medicine for an underactive thyroid, it may be several weeks before you notice an improvement. Check with your doctor or health care professional if your symptoms do not improve.
It may be necessary for you to take this medicine for the rest of your life. Do not stop using this medicine unless your doctor or health care professional advises you to.
This medicine can affect blood sugar levels. If you have diabetes, check your blood sugar as directed.
You may lose some of your hair when you first start treatment. With time, this usually corrects itself.
If you are going to have surgery, tell your doctor or health care professional that you are taking this medicine.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children.
Tirosint-SOL: Store at 25 degrees C (77 degrees F); may store at 15 to 30 degrees C (59 to 86 degrees F) for a short time. Keep this medicine in the original container. Throw away any unused medicine 15 days after opening the pouch or after the expiration date, whichever is first.
Thyquidity: Store at 20 to 25 degrees C (68 to 77 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine 8 weeks after opening the bottle or after the expiration date, whichever is first.