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Myxoedema Coma

Myxoedema coma, sometimes called myxedema crisis, is the most severe form of hypothyroidism. It develops when thyroid hormone levels become extremely low, and it requires urgent hospital treatment.

Cytomel

Liothyronine

5mcg

Liothyronine tablets for hypothyroidism and myxoedema coma. It is a synthetic form of the active thyroid hormone T3, acting directly without conversion.

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Key points

  • Myxoedema coma is a rare, life-threatening emergency that can develop from untreated or undertreated severe hypothyroidism.
  • It is more common in older people.

Medicines listed for Myxoedema Coma

The listed product for myxoedema coma contains Liothyronine, a synthetic form of the thyroid hormone triiodothyronine (T3). It is listed as Cytomel, a 5mcg tablet.

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