Carbimazole Tablets

Carbimazole Tablets

Description:

Carbimazole Tablets are a prescription antithyroid medicine used to treat overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism) and Graves' disease by reducing the production of thyroid hormones (T3 and T4). Each tablet contains carbimazole, a thyroid peroxidase inhibitor that helps restore normal thyroid function and relieve symptoms such as rapid heartbeat, weight loss, heat intolerance, tremors, and anxiety. This product is intended for use under the supervision of an endocrinologist or qualified healthcare professional as part of a comprehensive thyroid disease management plan.

Indications:

• Treatment of hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid gland).
• Management of Graves' disease and diffuse toxic goitre.
• Preoperative preparation of hyperthyroid patients before thyroid surgery.
• Adjunct therapy before and during radioactive iodine treatment in selected patients (as directed by a specialist).
• Relief of hyperthyroid symptoms such as palpitations, weight loss, sweating, heat intolerance, tremors, irritability, and fatigue when caused by excess thyroid hormone production.

Active Ingredients / Key Components:

• Carbimazole – 5 mg per film-coated tablet.
• Other inactive ingredients/excipients: Information on full excipient list is not available in the provided data. Please refer to the package leaflet for complete composition.

Dosage & Administration / How to Use:

• Important: Dosage must always be individualized and prescribed by a doctor based on thyroid function tests and clinical response.
• Typical adult starting dose (general reference only, may vary): Often 15–30 mg carbimazole daily in divided doses, then adjusted to the lowest effective maintenance dose once thyroid function is controlled. Your doctor will decide the exact dose and duration.
• Swallow the tablets whole with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew unless your doctor advises otherwise.
• Can usually be taken with or without food; taking at the same time each day helps maintain consistent blood levels.
• Always follow the schedule and duration prescribed by your endocrinologist. Do not stop treatment suddenly without medical advice, as hyperthyroidism may return or worsen.
• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose. Do not double the dose to make up for a missed one.
• Regular monitoring of thyroid function tests (T3, T4, TSH) and sometimes blood counts and liver function tests is required during therapy.

Clinical Benefits:

• Helps normalize excessive thyroid hormone production by inhibiting thyroid peroxidase and reducing synthesis of T3 and T4.
• Improves symptoms of hyperthyroidism such as palpitations, tremors, sweating, weight loss, and heat intolerance.
• Supports stabilization of heart rate and metabolism, helping improve overall energy levels and quality of life in patients with overactive thyroid.
• Facilitates safer preoperative preparation and radioactive iodine therapy by bringing thyroid function closer to normal.

Warnings & Contraindications:

• Use only under medical supervision. Carbimazole is a potent antithyroid medicine and inappropriate use can cause serious side effects.
• Contraindications: Known hypersensitivity or allergy to carbimazole, methimazole, or any component of the formulation; severe blood disorders (e.g., agranulocytosis) present or in history related to carbimazole therapy; severe liver impairment (use with extreme caution and only if clearly indicated).
• Carbimazole can rarely cause serious blood disorders such as agranulocytosis (dangerously low white blood cell count). If you develop sore throat, fever, mouth ulcers, unexplained bruising, or infection, stop the medicine and seek urgent medical attention.
• Use with caution in patients with liver disease, mild to moderate blood disorders, or those on other medicines that affect bone marrow or liver function.
• Consult your doctor before use if pregnant or planning pregnancy. Carbimazole crosses the placenta; dose adjustment and close monitoring are required. In some cases, alternative therapies may be preferred.
• Consult your doctor before use if breastfeeding. Carbimazole is excreted in breast milk; your doctor will weigh benefits and risks and may adjust dose or recommend monitoring of the infant.
• Inform your doctor about all medicines you are taking, including anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin), other thyroid medicines, or any drugs affecting blood counts or liver function.
• Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease without a doctor's prescription and supervision.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not share this medication with others, even if they have similar symptoms.

Side Effects:

• Common side effects: Nausea, mild stomach upset, headache, joint pain, mild skin rash or itching. These are usually mild and may improve as your body adjusts.
• Less common but serious side effects: Agranulocytosis (severe drop in white blood cells) presenting with fever, sore throat, mouth ulcers, infections; severe skin reactions; jaundice or signs of liver problems (yellowing of skin or eyes, dark urine, persistent nausea); severe fatigue or unusual bleeding/bruising.
• Stop the medicine and seek immediate medical attention if you experience high fever, severe sore throat, mouth ulcers, unexplained bruising, severe rash, difficulty breathing, or signs of liver damage.
• If you notice any other unexpected or persistent side effects, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Storage Instructions:

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep container tightly closed. Keep out of reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date stated on the pack. Store at or below the temperature recommended on the package insert (specific temperature information is not available in the provided data; refer to the original pack).

Specifications:

• Product form: Film-coated tablets.
• Strength: 5 mg carbimazole per tablet.
• Pack size: 50 film-coated tablets per pack.
• Intended use: Prescription antithyroid medicine for adults and, in selected cases, adolescents/children as directed by a specialist.

Disclaimer:
All pharmacy products are intended for general use only and do not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a healthcare provider before use. Results may vary, and no specific outcomes are guaranteed. Products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease unless stated. Follow label instructions carefully, as misuse may cause adverse effects. Compliance with local laws is the customer’s responsibility.