Armour Thyroid 15 mg/1
THYROID, PORCINE · TABLET · Allergan, Inc.
Armour Thyroid is a tablet containing thyroid, porcine at 15 mg/1, taken oral. Manufactured by Allergan, Inc..
Key Facts
- Brand Name
- Armour Thyroid
- Generic Name
- THYROID, PORCINE
- NDC Code (Product)
0456-0457- Manufacturer
- Allergan, Inc.
- Strength
- 15 mg/1
- Dosage Form
- TABLET
- Route
- ORAL
- Marketing Status
- Marketing Start
- 04/01/1996
Recall History
CARDINAL HEALTHCARE
CGMP Deviations: Products were exposed to temperatures outside of the products labeled storage conditions.
Side Effects Reported to FDA
FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects
Full Prescribing Information
Indications & Usage
INDICATIONS AND USAGE Armour Thyroid (thyroid tablets, USP) are indicated: 1. As replacement or supplemental therapy in patients with hypothyroidism of any etiology, except transient hypothyroidism during the recovery phase of subacute thyroiditis. This category includes cretinism, myxedema, and ordinary hypothyroidism in patients of any age (children, adults, the elderly), or state (including pregnancy); primary hypothyroidism resulting from functional deficiency, primary atrophy, partial or total absence of thyroid gland, or the effects of surgery, radiation, or drugs, with or without the presence of goiter; and secondary (pituitary), or tertiary (hypothalamic) hypothyroidism (See WARNINGS ). 2. As pituitary TSH suppressants, in the treatment or prevention of various types of euthyroid goiters, including thyroid nodules, subacute or chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis (Hashimoto’s), multinodular goiter, and in the management of thyroid cancer.
Dosage & Administration
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION The dosage of thyroid hormones is determined by the indication and must in every case be individualized according to patient response and laboratory findings. Biotin supplementation may interfere with immunoassays for TSH, T4, and T3, resulting in erroneous thyroid hormone test results. Inquire whether patients are taking biotin or biotin-containing supplements. If so, advise them to stop biotin supplementation at least 2 days before assessing TSH and/or T4 levels (see PRECAUTIONS). Thyroid hormones are given orally. In acute, emergency conditions, injectable levothyroxine sodium (T4) may be given intravenously when oral administration is not feasible or desirable, as in the treatment of myxedema coma, or during total parenteral nutrition. Intramuscular administration is not advisable because of reported poor absorption. Hypothyroidism — Therapy is usually instituted using low doses, with increments which depend on the cardiovascular status of the patient. The usual starting dose is 30 mg Armour Thyroid (thyroid tablets, USP), with increments of 15 mg every 2 to 3 weeks. A lower starting dosage, 15 mg/day, is recommended in patients with long-standing myxe…
Warnings
WARNINGS
Contraindications
CONTRAINDICATIONS Thyroid hormone preparations are generally contraindicated in patients with diagnosed but as yet uncorrected adrenal cortical insufficiency, untreated thyrotoxicosis, and apparent hypersensitivity to any of their active or extraneous constituents. There is no well-documented evidence from the literature, however, of true allergic or idiosyncratic reactions to thyroid hormone.
Adverse Reactions
ADVERSE REACTIONS Adverse reactions other than those indicative of hyperthyroidism because of therapeutic overdosage, either initially or during the maintenance period, are rare (See OVERDOSAGE ).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Armour Thyroid used for?
Armour Thyroid contains THYROID, PORCINE. It is a tablet taken oral. Consult your doctor for specific uses.
Is Armour Thyroid a controlled substance?
Armour Thyroid is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.
What is the generic name for Armour Thyroid?
The generic name for Armour Thyroid is THYROID, PORCINE. There are 7 other brand versions of THYROID, PORCINE.
What is the NDC code for Armour Thyroid 15 mg/1?
The NDC (National Drug Code) for Armour Thyroid 15 mg/1 is 0456-0457, listed by Allergan, Inc..