Question 1

Can I just stop taking Sterzole 20 Tablet?

Accepted Answer

No, you should not stop taking Sterzole 20 Tablet even if you start feeling better. You may have to take it for several months depending on your investigations. The duration of the treatment will continue till the thyroid hormone levels return to normal. This duration may vary from six months to 18 months. Your doctor will decide when the treatment should be stopped.

Question 2

How long does Sterzole 20 Tablet take to work?

Accepted Answer

You may start feeling better within 1-3 weeks of starting Sterzole 20 Tablet. However, it usually takes 4-8 weeks to see the full benefits of the treatment.

Question 3

Can Sterzole 20 Tablet cause hair loss?

Accepted Answer

Sterzole 20 Tablet may cause hair loss but not in everyone. It has been seen that on discontinuing Sterzole 20 Tablet or replacing Sterzole 20 Tablet with another medicine, there is improvement, and hair loss reverses.

Question 4

Who should not take Sterzole 20 Tablet?

Accepted Answer

You should not take Sterzole 20 Tablet if you have serious liver disorder or serious blood disorder. You should also avoid taking this medicine if you are pregnant or are allergic to Sterzole 20 Tablet or any of the ingredients present in it Sterzole 20 Tablet.

Question 5

My sister is taking Sterzole 20 Tablet for overactive thyroid gland. She frequently gets sore throat and stops and restarts the treatment again and again. Is there any risk if she continues to take Sterzole 20 Tablet when she has sore throat?

Accepted Answer

Very rarely, Sterzole 20 Tablet interferes with the bone marrow and causes a drastic drop in white blood cells. These white blood cells are a part of the body's defense against bacterial infections, such as sore throats. So, a sore throat can sometimes be the first clue that Sterzole 20 Tablet is affecting the bone marrow. Your sister should contact her doctor and get a blood test. If a blood test shows her white blood cell count to be normal, then she can continue Sterzole 20 Tablet. If not, she should stop the treatment after consulting the doctor.

Question 6

How does Sterzole 20 Tablet affect children?

Accepted Answer

The effectiveness and side effects of Sterzole 20 Tablet in children are more or less the same as in adults. Sterzole 20 Tablet should not be used in children less than 2 years of age.

Question 7

I have been taking warfarin, so will it have any effect on Sterzole 20 Tablet therapy?

Accepted Answer

If you have started taking Sterzole 20 Tablet, the dose of warfarin may need adjustment. You should consult your doctor and get your bleeding time checked so that the dose can be adjusted according to the results of the investigations.

Question 8

Even if my liver is normal, can Sterzole 20 Tablet cause any liver problems?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Sterzole 20 Tablet may cause liver problems, though not in everyone. A very common side effect of Sterzole 20 Tablet can be the yellowing of skin and eyes (jaundice). It may also cause abnormal liver function tests, hepatitis, etc. If you notice jaundice, you should discontinue Sterzole 20 Tablet and seek immediate medical advice.

Question 9

If I am planning my pregnancy, can I continue taking Sterzole 20 Tablet?

Accepted Answer

No, it is advisable not to take Sterzole 20 Tablet during pregnancy as it may cause abnormalities in your baby. You should consult your doctor because if your thyroid hormone levels are not controlled, the chances of birth defects in your baby are much more. In case Sterzole 20 Tablet is the only option for you, your doctor will prescribe the lowest possible dose, which will be regulated according to your condition. You can stop it 3-4 weeks before delivery to reduce the chances of complications in your baby.

Question 10

Can I just stop taking Sterzole 10 Tablet?

Accepted Answer

No, you should not stop taking Sterzole 10 Tablet even if you start feeling better. You may have to take it for several months depending on your investigations. The duration of the treatment will continue till the thyroid hormone levels return to normal. This duration may vary from six months to 18 months. Your doctor will decide when the treatment should be stopped.

Question 11

How long does Sterzole 10 Tablet take to work?

Accepted Answer

You may start feeling better within 1-3 weeks of starting Sterzole 10 Tablet. However, it usually takes 4-8 weeks to see the full benefits of the treatment.

Question 12

Can Sterzole 10 Tablet cause hair loss?

Accepted Answer

Sterzole 10 Tablet may cause hair loss but not in everyone. It has been seen that on discontinuing Sterzole 10 Tablet or replacing Sterzole 10 Tablet with another medicine, there is improvement, and hair loss reverses.

Question 13

Who should not take Sterzole 10 Tablet?

Accepted Answer

You should not take Sterzole 10 Tablet if you have serious liver disorder or serious blood disorder. You should also avoid taking this medicine if you are pregnant or are allergic to Sterzole 10 Tablet or any of the ingredients present in it Sterzole 10 Tablet.

Question 14

My sister is taking Sterzole 10 Tablet for overactive thyroid gland. She frequently gets sore throat and stops and restarts the treatment again and again. Is there any risk if she continues to take Sterzole 10 Tablet when she has sore throat?

Accepted Answer

Very rarely, Sterzole 10 Tablet interferes with the bone marrow and causes a drastic drop in white blood cells. These white blood cells are a part of the body's defense against bacterial infections, such as sore throats. So, a sore throat can sometimes be the first clue that Sterzole 10 Tablet is affecting the bone marrow. Your sister should contact her doctor and get a blood test. If a blood test shows her white blood cell count to be normal, then she can continue Sterzole 10 Tablet. If not, she should stop the treatment after consulting the doctor.

Question 15

How does Sterzole 10 Tablet affect children?

Accepted Answer

The effectiveness and side effects of Sterzole 10 Tablet in children are more or less the same as in adults. Sterzole 10 Tablet should not be used in children less than 2 years of age.

Question 16

I have been taking warfarin, so will it have any effect on Sterzole 10 Tablet therapy?

Accepted Answer

If you have started taking Sterzole 10 Tablet, the dose of warfarin may need adjustment. You should consult your doctor and get your bleeding time checked so that the dose can be adjusted according to the results of the investigations.

Question 17

Even if my liver is normal, can Sterzole 10 Tablet cause any liver problems?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Sterzole 10 Tablet may cause liver problems, though not in everyone. A very common side effect of Sterzole 10 Tablet can be the yellowing of skin and eyes (jaundice). It may also cause abnormal liver function tests, hepatitis, etc. If you notice jaundice, you should discontinue Sterzole 10 Tablet and seek immediate medical advice.

Question 18

If I am planning my pregnancy, can I continue taking Sterzole 10 Tablet?

Accepted Answer

No, it is advisable not to take Sterzole 10 Tablet during pregnancy as it may cause abnormalities in your baby. You should consult your doctor because if your thyroid hormone levels are not controlled, the chances of birth defects in your baby are much more. In case Sterzole 10 Tablet is the only option for you, your doctor will prescribe the lowest possible dose, which will be regulated according to your condition. You can stop it 3-4 weeks before delivery to reduce the chances of complications in your baby.

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