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Carbizol 10

Rx
Generic:
Carbimazole
Dosage form:
Tablet
Pack size:
Strip (10 Tablet)

৳ 5/unit

Pack: ৳ 50

At a glance

Carbimazole — brands, prices, indication, dosage and side effects available in Bangladesh.

Description

Carbimazole belongs to a group of medicine called anti-thyroid agents. It is used in the treatment of hyperthyroidism. It reduces the amount of thyroid hormones produced by the thyroid gland. Carbimazole may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. It can be taken with or without food. It should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them. You should take this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not stop taking the medicine even if you feel better unless the doctor tells you so. Taking this medicine may cause few common side effects such as skin rash, headache, skin pigmentation, and muscle pain or weakness. Let your doctor know if any of these do not go away with time or worse. Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys. You should also tell your doctor all the other medications you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using the medicine. Carbimazole is an anti-thyroid medication. It works by reducing the amount of thyroid hormones produced by the thyroid gland.

Indications

• Hyperthyroidism

Mechanism of action

Carbimazole is metabolised to methimazole which is responsible for its antithyroid action. It blocks the production of thyroid hormones by inhibiting thyroid peroxidase.

Dosage

Adult Dose: Oral Hyperthyroidism, Adjunct to radio-iodine therapy, Grave's disease, Preparation for thyroidectomy Adult: Initially, 20-60 mg daily as a single or divided dose, reduced gradually once euthyroidism is achieved. Maintenance: 5-15 mg daily for at least 1 yr or 18 mth. Hepatic impairment: Severe: Contraindicated. Child Dose: Oral Hyperthyroidism; Adjunct to radio-iodine therapy; Preparation for thyroidectomy Child: 3-17 yr Initially, 15 mg daily, adjusted according to response.

Administration

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Carbimazole may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side effects

Common: • Skin rash • Headache • Skin pigmentation • Pain • Joint stiffness • Nausea • Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation) • Hair loss

Precautions & warnings

[UNSAFE] Carbimazole may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Carbimazole is used for the treatment of hyperthyroidism. You may have to stop taking it for a while if you are also taking radio-iodine as a treatment for your overactive thyroid. It may affect the level of blood cells in your blood. Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, fever, or general illness. Stop taking Carbimazole and Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms of liver damage such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine or yellowing of the eyes or skin. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Contraindications

Hyperthyroidism due to nodular goitre.

Drug interactions

Increased serum levels of theophylline or may develop toxicity. May enhance the effect of anticoagulants. Potentially Fatal: Increased sensitivity to warfarin in hyperthyroidism and careful control required as patient is rendered euthyroid.

Food interactions

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Carbimazole. Please consult your doctor.

Use in pregnancy

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Carbimazole is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Use in lactation

[SAFE IF PRESCRIBED] Carbimazole is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. The American Thyroid Association also recommends monitoring babies for appropriate growth and development during routine pediatric check-ups.

Renal / hepatic impairment

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] There is limited information available on the use of Carbimazole in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. [CAUTION] Carbimazole should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Carbimazole may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine. Use of Carbimazole is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Common questions

What is a quick solution for running nose , watery eyes , sneezing ALERID 10MG TABLET twice daily for 3 days Pimples,just using clindapane cream & acnex 10mg tablet For Pimples- apply Faceclin Gel / Aclind Gel / D'acne Plus Gel for application twice daily over pimples only.Tab. Ascazin twice daily for 1 month.Face Wash with Rejuglow Facewash / Saslic DS wash/ D'acne Facewash.Stop oil application over scalp. Increase water intake. Protect from sun.Combination chemical peels to clear skin & spots @ skin clinic. SkinAid clinic Gurgaon, 9XXXXXX Loss of sexual desire Having hyperthyroidism Hi, doctor! Are you there? i hope ur hyperthyroidism is under control1.stop smoking and alcohol 2.join a gym and reduce weight. Do weight lifting exercises. 3.tablet sildenafil or viagra 1 tablet 1 hour before sexual activity. 4.Get tested so that u don?t have any of the following causes: 1.heart diseases 2. diabetes 3.neurological problems 4.hormonal problems 5.drug side effects Erection problem.BP tablet nebicard 2.5mg and Roseday 10mg taking daily Erectile dysfunction is the condition in which a man is unable to maintain an erection of the penis that is sufficient for sexual intercourse. A person may be able to get an erection while masturbating but fails to get an erection when he is with the sexual partner. There are many reasons for this condition. It includes narrowing of the blood vessels to the penis, changes in hormones, anxiety, depression, relationship problem or any injury. Tips for controlling ED: Dried dates offer good strength to the body and have the ability to increase sexual drive in humans. Mix a handful of dried date, pistachio nuts, almonds and quince seeds in equal proportions and then pound them into fine powder. Mix this powder in a glass of milk and consume it daily to see effective results. After intercourse i feel irritation amd itching in vagina it happens in every 2-3 days so we cnt intimate regularly apply candid v gel inside vagina and tablet fluconazole 150mg for 3 days and tablet cetrizine 10mg daily for 3 days Saurav arora sir thank u so much aesculus 30 is working Thank u so much Can we cantrol hyperthyroid also My sistr is dere she has hyperthyroid She took neomercazole 10mg twice Is it dere medicine for remove or cntrl hyperthyroidism Becoz she is only 21years old Please send her reports or ask her to raise a fresh query using 1mg with all details about her case and tests done so farI have advised her to visit a homeopath because her case needs treatment under supervision Hyperthyroidism - Tremors, Insomnia and breathlessness. your symptoms are because of Hyperthyroidism. Treatment requires that you be examined in clinic and clinical findings along with your reports will guide the Doctor to prescribe appropriate treatment. Also get ECG done

⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.