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They also should report symptoms suggestive of hepatic dysfunction (anorexia, pruritus, right upper quadrant pain, etc.). Rarely, exfoliative dermatitis, hepatitis, neuropathies or CNS stimulation or depression may occur. Propylthiouracil is an antithyroid drug administered orally. What are the possible side effects of Propylthiouracil? No such reports have been observed with methimazole. No cases of liver failure have been reported with the use of methimazole in pediatric patients. Propylthiouracil (PTU) is an oral medication that is used to manage hyperthyroidism which is due to an overactive thyroid gland. and is very slightly soluble in water. Propylthiouracil is generally not recommended for use in the pediatric patient population except in rare instances in which other alternative therapies are not appropriate options. For more information call Actavis at 1-800-432-8534. No information is available on the following: LD50; concentration of propylthiouracil in biologic fluids associated with toxicity and/or death; the amount of drug in a single dose usually associated with symptoms of overdosage; or the amount of propylthiouracil in a single dose likely to be life-threatening. They may harm them. Found insideIngredients: Propylthiouracil 50mg tablet 12 tablets OraSweet/OraPlus* QSAD: 120 mL Preparation Details: Hazardous drug—Must be prepared in compliance with ... Unfortunately our full catalog may not be displayed in your state. Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction (hives, difficult breathing, swelling in your face or throat) or a severe skin reaction (fever, sore throat, burning eyes, skin pain, red or purple skin rash with blistering and peeling).. Propylthiouracil can cause liver damage (especially during the first 6 months of treatment). Propylthiouracil Tablets are white and come in packs of 56 or 100 tablets. In one study, nine lactating women were administered 400 mg of propylthiouracil by mouth. If you take too much Propylthiouracil you may have the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, upper stomach pain or tenderness, headache, fever, joint pain, and swelling of your body, arms, and legs. Know the medicines you take. In such cases, white blood cell and differential counts should be obtained to determine whether agranulocytosis has developed. Propylthiouracil can cause hypothyroidism necessitating routine monitoring of TSH and free T4 levels with adjustments in dosing to maintain a euthyroid state. Propylthiouracil tablets may affect the way other medicines work. Moisten the suppository with water prior to insertion. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE EVENTS, contact Actavis at 1-800-432-8534 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or http://www.fda.gov/ for voluntary reporting of adverse reactions. If you get pregnant while taking propylthiouracil tablets, call your doctor right away about your therapy. There are cases of liver injury, including liver failure and death, in women treated with propylthiouracil during pregnancy. 67253-0651-10: Generic Name. Unit Dose Boxes of 100 tablets. Download Leaflet. Cases of vasculitis resulting in severe complications and death have been reported in patients receiving propylthiouracil therapy. The structural formula is: Each tablet contains propylthiouracil 50 mg and the following inactive ingredients: corn starch, docusate sodium, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, modified food starch, sodium benzoate, and sodium starch glycolate. Active ingredient: propylthiouracilInactive ingredients: corn starch, docusate sodium, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, pregelatinized starch, sodium benzoate, and sodium starch glycolate. It is manufactured by Macleods . 0000002419 00000 n
Propylthiouracil tablets, USP are available as follows: 50 mg — Each white, round, tablet imprinted with on one side and 348 and partial bisect on the other side contains 50 mg of propylthiouracil, USP. Especially, tell your doctor if you take: Ask your doctor if you are not sure if your medicine is one of these. Propylthiouracil is indicated: in patients with Graves' disease with hyperthyroidism or toxic multinodular goiter who are intolerant of methimazole and for whom . If vasculitis is suspected, discontinue therapy and initiate appropriate intervention. Events, If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Found inside – Page 122... 20 PROPYLTHIOURACIL PROPYLTHIOURACIL CRAL TABLET * THYROID OR ANTITHYROID ASHP NUMBER 683600 50 MG * * 25 * * PROPYLTHIOURACIL * SEE PROPYLTHIOURACIL ... These reports of hepatic reactions include cases requiring liver transplantation in adult and pediatric patients. Patients should be instructed to immediately report any symptoms suggestive of agranulocytosis, such as fever or sore throat. Read this Medication Guide before you start taking propylthiouracil tablets and each time you get a refill. Close. Liver transplantation was required in some cases. 0000000016 00000 n
Propylthiouracil can cause serious or fatal liver problems. Propylthiouracil is generally not recommended for use in the pediatric patient population except in rare instances in which other alternative therapies are not appropriate options. Because propylthiouracil crosses placental membranes and can induce goiter and cretinism in the developing fetus, it is important that a sufficient, but not excessive, dose be given during pregnancy. In one study, nine lactating women were administered 400 mg of propylthiouracil by mouth. 163 24
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Found inside – Page 773Throw away any unused medior do anything that requires mental alertness until you cine after the expiration date . nausea Propylthiouracil , PTU tablets ... Other adverse reactions include skin rash, uticaria, nausea, vomiting, epigastric distress, arthralgia, paresthesias, loss of taste, taste perversion, abnormal loss of hair, myalgia, headache, pruritus, drowsiness, neuritis, edema, vertigo, skin pigmentation, jaundice, sialadenopathy, and lymphadenopathy. swollen lymph nodes. Propylthiouracil tablets are usually taken 3 times a day (every 8 hours). Before you take Propylthiouracil, tell your doctor if you: Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. It treats hyperthyroidism (where the thyroid gland makes too much hormone). Inhibition of myelopoiesis (agranulocytosis, granulopenia, aplastic anemia, and thrombocytopenia), drug fever, a lupus-like syndrome (including splenomegaly and vasculitis), periarteritis, hypoprothrombinemia, and bleeding have been reported. Inform patients to promptly report symptoms that may be associated with vasculitis including new rash, hematuria or decreased urine output, dyspnea or hemoptysis (see WARNINGS and ADVERSE REACTIONS). The elimination half-life may be increased in hepatic and renal impairment and a dosage reduction may be warranted. In pregnant women with untreated or inadequately treated Graves’ disease, there is an increased risk of adverse events of maternal heart failure, spontaneous abortion, preterm birth, stillbirth and fetal or neonatal hyperthyroidism. �d^Z����(j!�֣T��ay�K Found inside – Page 298... 351 PROPRANOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE TABLET ; ORAL PROPRANOLOL HCL AB WATSON LABS 90MG N71792 001 Jul 15 , 1987 PROPYLTHIOURACIL TABLET ; ORAL PROPYLTHIOURACIL ... Agranulocytosis is the most serious effect. White, circular biconvex tablets with breakline embossed on one face or breakline embossed on one face and CP on the reverse. are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Clinical Trials, 0000001978 00000 n
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Propylthiouracil Oral tablet 50mg Drug Medication Dosage information. Most cases were associated with anti-neutrophilic cytoplasmic antibodies (ANCA)-positive vasculitis. It can also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. thyroid surgery or radioactive iodine therapy is not a treatment option. There are reports of a vasculitis associated with the presence of anti-neutrophilic cytoplasmic antibodies (ANCA), resulting in severe complications and death (see WARNINGS). RxNorm, Found inside – Page 174PROPYLTHIOURACIL RX PROSTIGMIN METHYLSULFATE SULFATE INJECTION , INTRAMUSCULAR 02449 ... TABLET , ORAL 80019 DAVIS - EDWARDS PHARMACAL CORP PROPYLTHIOURACIL ... The structural formula is: Each tablet contains propylthiouracil, USP 50 mg and the following inactive ingredients: lactose monohydrate, corn starch, colloidal silicon dioxide, povidone, pregelatinized corn starch, and magnesium stearate. It is possible that the leaflet in your medicine pack may differ from this version because it may have been updated since your medicine was packaged. Continue to take the tablets for as long as you are advised to do so by your doctor. Your thyroid hormone levels should be stabilised within four to eight weeks. Common side effects of propylthiouracil include rash, itching, hives, abnormal hair loss, skin pigmentation, swelling, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, loss of taste, joint or muscle aches, numbness, and headache. PubMed, Propylthiouracil is one of the thiocarbamide compounds. In patients with severe hyperthyroidism, very large goiters, or both, the initial dose may be increased to 400 mg daily; an occasional patient will require 600 to 900 mg daily initially. Found inside – Page 390Propylthiouracil Tablet: 50 mg. Propylthiouracil is a representative antithyroid drug. Various medicines can serve as alternatives. Uses: hyperthyroidism. Studies evaluating appropriate dosing regimen have not been conducted in the pediatric population although general practice would suggest initiation of therapy in patients 6 years or older at a dosage of 50 mg daily with careful upward titration based on clinical response and evaluation of TSH and free T4 levels. 0000004529 00000 n
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Due to inconsistencies between the drug labels on DailyMed and the pill images provided by RxImage, we no longer display the RxImage pill images associated with drug labels. Inactive ingredients: lactose monohydrate, corn starch, colloidal silicon dioxide, povidone, pregelatinized corn starch, and magnesium stearate. Other reported clinical experience has not identified differences in responses between the elderly and younger patients. Propylthiouracil Tablets, USP, 50 mg: White, Round, Scored Tablet, Debossed "West-ward 480". A comprehensive guide to side effects including common and rare side effects when taking Propylthiouracil (Propylthiouracil Tablet) includes uses, warnings, and drug interactions. Rectal Suppository†: Using eight 50-mg propylthiouracil tablets and sufficient hardfat (Withepsol H15), compound 4 suppositories containing 100 mg of propylthiouracil each. 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