Levothyroxine / liothyronine Side Effects
Applies to levothyroxine/liothyronine: oral tablet.
General
Adverse reactions other than those attributable to hyperthyroidism due to therapeutic overdose are rare. Excessive doses may result in a hypermetabolic state resembling in every respect the condition of endogenous origin.[Ref]
Endocrine
Postmarketing reports: Hypothyroidism, thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) increased, TSH decreased[Ref]
Cardiovascular
Postmarketing reports: Palpitation, blood pressure increased, heart rate increased[Ref]
Dermatologic
Postmarketing reports: Alopecia, dry skin, urticaria, hyperhidrosis, pruritus[Ref]
Immunologic
Postmarketing reports: Hypersensitivity[Ref]
Musculoskeletal
Postmarketing reports: Arthralgia, myalgia[Ref]
Ocular
Postmarketing reports: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca[Ref]
Other
Postmarketing reports: Fatigue, sluggishness, weight increased, asthenia, chest pain[Ref]
Nervous system
Postmarketing reports: Headache, tremor[Ref]
Gastrointestinal
Postmarketing reports: Nausea[Ref]
Psychiatric
Postmarketing reports: Anxiety, depression, insomnia[Ref]
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References
1. Product Information. Thyrolar (liotrix). Forest Pharmaceuticals. 2001;PROD.
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