T – 3: Liothyronine Sodium B.P 25 mcg

Description: Liothyronine Sodium, often known as Liothyronine or T3, is a medicine used to treat thyroid problems. It is a synthetic version of triiodothyronine (T3), one of the thyroid gland's two primary thyroid hormones, the other being thyroxin (T4).

• Chemical Formula: C15H11I3NNaO4
• Chemical structure: Liothyronine Sodium is a sodium salt of Liothyronine, which is the active form of the thyroid hormone T3. It is usually given as a sodium salt in pharmaceutical preparations to improve its stability and solubility, making it appropriate for oral administration. Liothyronine Sodium has three iodine atoms in its composition, which are essential for thyroid hormone function in the body.
• Uses :
  • Hypothyroidism: Liothyronine Sodium is used to treat hypothyroidism, which occurs when the thyroid gland fails to generate enough thyroid hormone. It aids in the supplementation of thyroid hormones in the body.
  • Thyroid Hormone Replacement Therapy: It is occasionally used in conjunction with levothyroxine (T4) to create a more balanced thyroid hormone replacement therapy for some patients.
• Side effects:
  • Common side effects include a rise in heart rate, anxiety, weight loss, and diarrhea. Although serious side effects are uncommon, they can include chest discomfort, palpitations, and allergic reactions.