Eltroxin®
Eltroxin® Can Effectively Treat Hypothyroidism
Eltroxin® works by
replacing the
hormone your
thyroid isn’t
producing enough
of, thyroxine
Your dose of Eltroxin®
is personalised, your
doctor will tell you how
many Eltroxin® tablets
to take each day
It’s important to take
the tablets exactly as
your doctor has
prescribed
— not more or less, no matter how good or bad you feel
Specifications
ACTIVE INGREDIENT
Description
- ELTROXIN® 50 micrograms tablets are white to off-white, round, biconvex tablets, imprinted with GS 11E on one face and 50 on the other.
- ELTROXIN® 100 micrograms tablets are white to off-white, round, biconvex tablets, imprinted with GS 21C on one face and 100 on the other.
How To Take Eltroxin®
Eltroxin® should be taken at least 30 minutes before breakfast, preferably on an empty stomach.
- Swallow the tablets whole with a glass of water.
- Take Eltroxin® exactly as your doctor has prescribed.
- Your doctor will tell you how many Eltroxin® tablets to take each day.
Always make sure you have enough Eltroxin®
It’s important to stay on Eltroxin®
If you change your doctor or pharmacist (e.g. if you move to a new area), it is important to let them know that you are on Eltroxin®.
If you forget to take Eltroxin®
Sometimes it can be hard to remember to take the right dose of Eltroxin® at the right time.
HERE ARE SOME HANDY TIPS AND TRICKS THAT CAN HELP MAKE REMEMBERING EASIER:
Learning about your medicine and why it’s important can help put it top of mind.
Use your watch or smart phone alarm to remind you when to take your Eltroxin®.
Turn the bottle upside down after you take your Eltroxin®, then turn it upright at the end of the day as a reminder to start fresh tomorrow.
Leave yourself notes to help you remember. For example: post-it notes on your bathroom mirror or on a kitchen whiteboard.
Use a pillbox with the days of the week or ask for a Medico Pak if your pharmacy offers the service.
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you find your medicine schedule is difficult. They may be able to suggest some additional approaches that work better for you.