Drug Details
Generic Name:
Availability:
Prescription only
Therapeutic Class:
Thyroid supplements
Forms:
Tablet, capsule, vial
Administration:
By mouth
Therapeutic Uses:
Hypothyroidism
Thyroid cancer (as an adjunct to surgery and radioiodine therapy)
Controlled Status:
Not a controlled substance
What is Synthroid (levothyroxine)?
Synthroid (sin throid) is a medication that replaces T4 thyroid hormone when the body does not make enough. It belongs to a class of medications called endocrine metabolic agents, hormone replacement agents, or thyroid supplements. Synthroid is an oral prescription medication that is used to treat hypothyroidism or an underactive thyroid gland. There may be other uses of Synthroid. Your healthcare provider can give you more information.
Who can take Synthroid (levothyroxine)?
Synthroid can be prescribed to infants, children, adolescents, and adults.
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