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Hypothyroidism is a condition characterized by abnormally low thyroid hormone production. There are many disorders that result in hypothyroidism. These disorders may directly or indirectly involve the thyroid gland. Because thyroid hormone affects growth, development, and many cellular processes, inadequate thyroid hormone has widespread consequences for the body.
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Thyrolar
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Thyrolar® Tablets
(liotrix) Tablets, USP
DRUG DESCRIPTION
Thyrolar Tablets (Liotrix Tablets, USP) contain triiodothyronine (T3 liothyronine) sodium and tetraiodothyronine (T4levothyroxine) sodium in the amounts listed in the "How Supplied" section. (T3 liothyronine sodium is approximately four times as potent as T4thyroxine on a microgram for microgram basis.)
The inactive ingredients are calcium phosphate, colloidal silicon dioxide, corn starch, lactose, and magnesium stearate. The tablets also contain the following dyes: Thyrolar (liotrix) 1/4 - FD&C Blue #1 and FD&C Red #40; Thyrolar (liotrix) ½ - FD&C Red #40 and D&C Yellow #10; Thyrolar (liotrix) 1 - FD&C Red #40; Thyrolar (liotrix) 2 - FD&C Blue #1, FD&C Red #40, and D&C Yellow #10; Thyrolar (liotrix) 3 - FD&C Red #40 and D&C Yellow #10.
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Last reviewed on RxList: 5/7/2009
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