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Thyroid preparation overdose - Overview

Definition of Thyroid preparation overdose:

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.

This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.

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.
  • Reviewed last on: 2/3/2009
  • A.D.A.M. Editorial Team: David Zieve, MD, MHA, Greg Juhn, MTPW, David R. Eltz. Previously reviewed by Eric Perez, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network (10/29/2007).
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