Thyrolar Side Effects
Generic Name: liotrix
Note: This page contains side effects data for the generic drug liotrix. It is possible that some of the dosage forms included below may not apply to the brand name Thyrolar.
Applies to liotrix: oral tablet
As well as its needed effects, liotrix (the active ingredient contained in Thyrolar) may cause unwanted side effects that require medical attention.
Major Side Effects
If any of the following side effects occur while taking liotrix, check with your doctor immediately:
Incidence not determined- Chest pain
- constipation
- depressed mood
- difficulty in moving
- discouragement
- dryness of the eye
- dry skin and hair
- fast, irregular, pounding, or racing heartbeat or pulse
- fear, nervousness
- feeling cold
- feeling sad or empty
- fever
- headache
- hives or welts
- hoarseness or husky voice
- increased sweating
- increased weight
- increase in blood pressure
- irritability
- irritation
- itching skin
- joint pain, stiffness or swelling
- lack of appetite
- lack or loss of strength
- loss of interest or pleasure
- muscle aching or cramping
- muscle pain or stiffness
- nausea
- redness of skin
- shakiness in legs, arms, hands, feet
- shortness of breath
- skin rash
- sleeplessness
- slowed heartbeat
- sluggishness
- swelling of eyelids, face, lips, hands, or feet
- swollen joints
- tightness in chest
- tiredness
- trembling or shaking of hands or feet
- trouble concentrating
- troubled breathing or swallowing
- trouble sleeping
- unable to sleep
- unusual tiredness or weakness
- weight gain
- wheezing
Minor Side Effects
Some liotrix side effects may not need any medical attention. As your body gets used to the medicine these side effects may disappear. Your health care professional may be able to help you prevent or reduce these side effects, but do check with them if any of the following side effects continue, or if you are concerned about them:
Incidence not determined- Hair loss, thinning of hair
It is possible that some side effects of Thyrolar may not have been reported. These can be reported to the FDA here. Always consult a healthcare professional for medical advice.
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