Generic name: liothyronine [ LYE-oh-THYE-roe-neen ]
Brand names: Cytomel, Triostat
Dosage form: oral tablet (25 mcg; 5 mcg; 50 mcg)
Drug class:Thyroid drugs
What is liothyronine?
Liothyronine is a man-made form of a hormone that is normally produced by your thyroid gland to regulate the body's energy and metabolism. Liothyronine is given when the thyroid does not produce enough of this hormone on its own.
Liothyronine treats hypothyroidism (low thyroid hormone). Liothyronine is also given as part of a medical test for thyroid disorders.
Liothyronine is also used together with surgery and radioactive iodine therapy in people with thyroid cancer.
Liothyronine should not be used to treat obesity or weight problems.
Liothyronine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Liothyronine should not be used to treat obesity or weight problems.
You may not be able to use liothyronine if you have an adrenal gland problem that is not controlled by treatment.
Stop taking liothyronine and call your doctor if you have symptoms of thyroid toxicity, such as chest pain, fast or pounding heartbeats, feeling hot or nervous, or sweating more than usual.
Before taking this medicine
Since thyroid hormone occurs naturally in the body, almost anyone can take liothyronine. However, you may not be able to use this medicine if you have an adrenal gland problem that is not controlled by treatment.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
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