Thyroid preparation overdose

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Thyroid preparation overdose

Definition

Thyroid preparations are medications used to treat thyroid gland disorders. Overdose occurs when someone accidentally or intentionally takes more than the normal or recommended amount of such medications.

Poisonous Ingredient

Levothyroxine
Liothyronine
Liotrix
Thyroid

Note: This list may not be all inclusive.

Where Found

Levothyroxine (Synthroid, Levothroid)
Liothyronine (Cytomel)
Liotrix (Thyrolar, Euthroid)
Other thyroid medication

Note: This list may not be all inclusive.

Review Date: 10/29/2007
Reviewed By: Eric Perez, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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