Methimercazole 10 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Methimercazole 10 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Hyperthyroidism

Methimercazole 10 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Hyperthyroidism Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: used in Hyperthyroidism
Geriatric	Disease: Hyperthyroidism Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: used in Hyperthyroidism
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Hyperthyroidism Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.12 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: used in Hyperthyroidism
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Hyperthyroidism Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.12 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: used in Hyperthyroidism
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Hyperthyroidism Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.12 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: used in Hyperthyroidism

Methimercazole 10 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Methimercazole 10 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Methimercazole can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Methimercazole 10 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Methimercazole.

Safe
What is the effect of Methimercazole 10 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Methimercazole rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Methimercazole 10 Tablet on the Liver?

Methimercazole may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Methimercazole 10 Tablet on the Heart?

Methimercazole has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Methimercazole 10 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Methimercazole 10 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
Liver Disease
Bleeding
Blood Clotting Disorders
Alcoholism

Frequently asked Questions about Methimercazole 10 Tablet

Is this Methimercazole 10 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Methimercazole 10 Tablet.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Methimercazole 10 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Methimercazole 10 Tablet can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Methimercazole 10 Tablet only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Methimercazole 10 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Methimercazole 10 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Methimercazole 10 Tablet

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Methimercazole 10 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Methimercazole 10 Tablet

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Methimercazole 10 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.

Severe