Carbiroid (Carbimazole) 5mg is a medication commonly used to treat hyperthyroidism, a condition where the thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormone. It works by inhibiting the production of thyroid hormones, helping to reduce the symptoms associated with an overactive thyroid, such as rapid heart rate, weight loss, and anxiety.

Key Information:

• Active Ingredient: Carbimazole
• Dosage: 5mg per tablet
• Indications: Treatment of hyperthyroidism, including in conditions like Graves' disease or toxic multinodular goiter.
• Mechanism of Action: Carbimazole is converted into its active form, methimazole, which blocks the thyroid gland’s ability to produce thyroid hormones.
• Administration: Typically taken orally, with the dosage adjusted based on the patient's thyroid hormone levels.

Common Side Effects:

• Rash or itching
• Nausea or stomach upset
• Liver enzyme changes (monitored during treatment)
• Rarely, more serious side effects such as agranulocytosis (a reduction in white blood cells), which is why regular blood tests are often recommended.

Precautions:

• Regular monitoring of thyroid function and blood tests are needed.
• It is important to take the medication as prescribed and not abruptly stop it.
• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, as the medication may affect thyroid hormone levels in both the mother and the baby.