Product Details:
Minimum Order Quantity | 1 Box |
Strength | 25 mcg |
Packaging Size | 100 Tablets |
Brand | Russian Anabolics |
Packaging Type | Box |
Composition | Liothyronine Sodium 25 mcg |
T_3 tablet
Cytomel (brand name for liothyronine sodium) is a synthetic form of the thyroid hormone triiodothyronine (T3). Here is an overview of Cytomel T3 tablets:
Chemical Composition and Form
- Active Ingredient: Liothyronine Sodium
- Molecular Formula: C15H11I3NNaO4
- Administration: Oral tablets
- Dosage Strength: Typically available in strengths of 5 mcg, 25 mcg, and 50 mcg
Mechanism of Action
Liothyronine (T3) is a synthetic thyroid hormone that mimics the effects of the naturally occurring hormone produced by the thyroid gland. It plays a critical role in regulating metabolism, influencing the metabolic rate of cells, and affecting various physiological processes such as growth and development, body temperature, and heart rate. T3 works by entering cells and binding to thyroid hormone receptors, initiating the transcription of genes that regulate metabolism.
Indications
Cytomel is primarily prescribed for:
- Hypothyroidism: To treat patients with an underactive thyroid gland, providing the body with the necessary thyroid hormone it lacks.
- Myxedema: A severe form of hypothyroidism that can include symptoms such as thickened skin and tissue swelling.
- Goiter: To help reduce or prevent the enlargement of the thyroid gland.
- Thyroid Cancer: As part of the treatment to suppress TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) levels.
Dosage and Administration
- Typical Dosage for Hypothyroidism:
- Initial dose: 25 mcg once daily.
- Maintenance dose: 25-75 mcg once daily, adjusted based on clinical response and laboratory tests.
- Administration: Cytomel tablets are taken orally, usually once a day, and can be taken with or without food. Consistency in how it is taken daily is important for maintaining stable hormone levels.
Benefits
- Regulation of Metabolism: Helps normalize metabolic processes, increasing energy levels, and promoting weight maintenance.
- Improved Symptoms: Alleviates symptoms of hypothyroidism such as fatigue, weight gain, cold intolerance, and depression.
- Thyroid Function Support: Supports the overall function of the thyroid gland and maintains hormone balance.