Special Precautions
Patients should undergo close surveillance & monitored for mouth ulcers, sore throat, fever, bruising & malaise. Discontinue use if neutropenia or liver damage occurs.
Side Effects / Adverse Reactions
Nausea & vomiting, gastric discomfort, headache, arthralgia, skin rashes, pruritus, hair loss. Bone marrow depression, mild leukopenia.
Dosage / Direction for Use
Adult Initially 15-60 mg daily in single or divided doses. Euthyroid patients 5-15 mg daily. Maintenance: 5-15 mg daily. Childn Recommended dose: 400 mcg/kg daily. Maintenance: ½ of recommended dose.