Methimazole

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Aug 16, 2023

Drug Details


Generic Name:

Methimazole

Common Brands:

Tapazole, Northyx

Availability:

Prescription only

Therapeutic Class:

Antithyroid agent

Forms:

Oral tablet

Administration:

By mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

To treat hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid gland or too much thyroid hormone)

To treat autoimmune conditions like Graves disease that cause hyperthyroidism

To improve hyperthyroidism in preparation for thyroid surgery and radioactive iodine therapy

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance


Methimazole Drug Class

Methimazole (meh-thim-ah-zole) is an antithyroid drug.

Methimazole Age Range

Methimazole is approved for use in adults and children.