Introduction

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Uses of Carbizol 5

Hyperthyroidism

Side effects of Carbizol 5

Skin rash
Headache
Skin pigmentation
Pain
Joint stiffness
Nausea
Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
Hair loss

How to use Carbizol 5

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Carbizol 5 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Carbizol 5 works

Carbizol 5 is an anti-thyroid medication. It works by reducing the amount of thyroid hormones produced by the thyroid gland.

Quick Tips

Carbizol 5 is used for the treatment of hyperthyroidism.
You may have to stop taking it for a while if you are also taking radio-iodine as a treatment for your overactive thyroid.
It may affect the level of blood cells in your blood. Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, fever, or general illness.
Stop taking Carbizol 5 and Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms of liver damage such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine or yellowing of the eyes or skin.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Safety Advice

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Alcohol: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Carbizol 5. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Carbizol 5 is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Carbizol 5 is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.\nThe American Thyroid Association also recommends monitoring babies for appropriate growth and development during routine pediatric check-ups.
UNSAFE – Driving: Carbizol 5 may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Kidney: There is limited information available on the use of Carbizol 5 in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION – Liver: Carbizol 5 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Carbizol 5 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.\nInform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine. Use of Carbizol 5 is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.