methimazole

Uses• hyperthyroidism
Contraindications,
drug interactions
or cautions		Contraindications
• thionamide allergy
Drug interactions
• warfarin, digoxin, radioactive idodine
Adverse Effects (common and severe)• agranulocytosis
• skin rash
Instructions and dose
(initial; typical)		10mg; 10-50mg once daily
Monitoring• pap smear
• screen for sexually transmitted infection
• pregnancy test
Source of Suggestion
WHO Model List of Essential Medicines (Added on August, 2015)