Uses of Pitucel Tablet

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Pitucel tablet is prepared in the form of uncoated tablets, with the main ingredient in each tablet is 50mg Propylthiouracil. So what is the use of Pitucel tablet and how to use it, let's find out through the article below.

1. Uses of Pitucel tablet

The main ingredient of Pitucel tablet is Propylthiouracil, this active ingredient inhibits thyroid hormone synthesis by inhibiting the oxidation of iodine to free iodine and inhibiting the binding of iodine molecules to the precursors of thyroid hormone. In addition, Propylthiouracil also inhibits the conversion of T4 to T3 in the periphery.
Propylthiouracil in Pitucel tablet is absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. The maximum concentration of Propylthiouracil in plasma is reached 1-2 hours after oral administration, the drug is concentrated in the thyroid gland, this active substance crosses the placenta and breast milk.
The half-life of Propylthiouracil is approximately 1 hour. Propylthiouracil is rapidly metabolised and excreted in the urine.

2. Indications and contraindications of Pitucel table

Pitucel tablet is indicated in the following cases:
Hyperthyroidism. Pitucel tablet is a prescription drug, used only when prescribed by a doctor.
Pitucel tablet is contraindicated in the following cases:
People who are allergic to any ingredient of Pitucel tablet. Use caution when using Pitucel tablet in the following cases:
Children. Pregnancy: Using Pitucel tablet in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy can cause goiter and neonatal hypothyroidism. Pitucel tablets can be passed to a baby through breast milk. It is best not to or limit the use of Pitucel tablets during breastfeeding. Machine operator.

3. Dosage and how to use Pitucel tablet

Pitucel tablets are used orally, should be taken with a sufficient amount of water.
Dosage of Pitucel tablet should be according to the prescription of a specialist, the reference dose is as follows:
The starting dose is 300-400mg/day, divided into 3 times. Maintenance dose is from 100-150mg/day . If you forget a dose of Pitucel tablet, take it as soon as possible. But if you remember that it is almost time for your next dose of Pitucel tablet, skip the missed dose and take your next dose as scheduled. Do not take a double dose of Pitucel tablet prescribed.
If you overdose Pitucel tablet and have unusual symptoms, you should notify your doctor, or go to the nearest medical facility or call 911 immediately for timely treatment.

4. Pitucel Tablet side effects

In the process of using Pitucel tablet, you may encounter some side effects of the drug, including:
Hypothyroidism (may create goiter). Leukopenia. Loss of granulocytes. Bleed. Congested. Digestive disorders. Toxic to the liver. Increased secretions in the gastrointestinal tract. If you notice any unusual symptoms when using Pitucel tablet, you need to immediately notify your doctor or go to a medical facility for timely treatment.

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