Tapazole
Thiamazole tablets for an overactive thyroid. It reduces thyroid hormone production.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5mg | 30 tablets | $74.00 | $2.47 |
| 5mg | 60 tablets | $89.00 | $1.48 |
| 5mg | 90 tablets | $101.00 | $1.12 |
| 5mg | 120 tablets | $114.00 | $0.95 |
| 5mg | 180 tablets | $141.00 | $0.78 |
- Category
- Thyroid Health
- Active ingredient
- Thiamazole
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 5mg
Tapazole is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Tapazole on your behalf.
- Condition
- Hyperthyroidism
- Alternative names
- methimazole
- Therapeutic class
- Antithyroid Agent
- Pharmacological class
- Thiourea Antithyroid
- Contraindications
- severe bone marrow depression; history of methimazole-induced pancreatitis
- Minor side effects
- nausea; headache; skin rash
- Moderate side effects
- joint pain; taste disturbances; loss of hair
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- King Pharmaceuticals
- Onset time
- 1–2 weeks
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Warfarin; Theophylline; Digoxin
- Age restrictions
- Approved for paediatric and adult populations.
Serious side effects
agranulocytosis, requires immediate medical attention; acute pancreatitis, requires immediate medical attention; severe hepatotoxicity, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Thiamazole tablets for an overactive thyroid. It reduces thyroid hormone production.
Mechanism of action
Inhibits thyroid peroxidase, preventing the iodination of tyrosine and synthesis of thyroid hormones.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: High risk of fetal cutis aplasia in first trimester; propylthiouracil preferred. Breastfeeding: Monitor infant.
FAQ
Is the Tapazole on Direct Meds a generic?
Yes, you receive a generic. Tapazole is the original brand, made by King Pharmaceuticals, and Direct Meds uses the name to identify the medicine; the generic has the same active ingredient (thiamazole) at the same strength. The generic brand and manufacturer depend on available stock.
What is another name for thiamazole?
Other brand names for thiamazole include Methimazole.
How much does Tapazole cost in South Africa?
Tapazole comes in a 5mg strength, in packs of 30 to 180 tablets, and the price of every option is shown above. Prices are set in US dollars and converted. Larger packs cost less per tablet.
Payment and prices →What is Tapazole used for?
Tapazole contains thiamazole, used for hyperthyroidism.
How long does Tapazole take to work?
Thiamazole usually starts to work within 1 to 2 weeks. How quickly it works can differ from one person to another.
What side effects can Tapazole cause?
The common side effects of thiamazole are nausea, headache and skin rash. Less common ones include joint pain, taste disturbances and loss of hair. Serious but less common side effects include agranulocytosis, acute pancreatitis and severe liver damage (hepatotoxicity), which need urgent medical attention.
Which medicines interact with Tapazole?
Thiamazole can interact with warfarin, theophylline and digoxin. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start taking Tapazole.
Do I need a prescription to buy Tapazole in South Africa?
No, not online: Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order Tapazole. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver Tapazole to South Africa?
Yes. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Tapazole names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.
- A generic containing Thiamazole at the strength you pick.
- Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.