Carol 20mg Tablet
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Eris Lifesciences Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Carbimazole (20mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Carbonylimidazoles Derivatives |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | HORMONES |
| Action Class | Antithyroid agents-Thyroid peroxidase inhibitors |
| User Rating | 4.9 |
| User Reviews | 755 |
FAQ
Even if my liver is normal, can Carol 20mg cause any liver problems?
Yes, Carol 20mg may cause liver problems, though not in everyone. A very common side effect of Carol 20mg 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 Carol 20mg and seek immediate medical advice.
Can Carol 20mg cause hair loss?
Carol 20mg may cause hair loss but not in everyone. It has been seen that on discontinuing Carol 20mg or replacing Carol 20mg with another medicine, there is improvement, and hair loss reverses.
Can I just stop taking Carol 20mg?
No, you should not stop taking Carol 20mg 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.
How long does Carol 20mg take to work?
You may start feeling better within 1-3 weeks of starting Carol 20mg. However, it usually takes 4-8 weeks to see the full benefits of the treatment.
My sister is taking Carol 20mg 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 Carol 20mg when she has sore throat?
Very rarely, Carol 20mg 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 Carol 20mg 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 Carol 20mg. If not, she should stop the treatment after consulting the doctor.
How does Carol 20mg affect children?
The effectiveness and side effects of Carol 20mg in children are more or less the same as in adults. Carol 20mg should not be used in children less than 2 years of age.
Who should not take Carol 20mg?
You should not take Carol 20mg 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 Carol 20mg or any of the ingredients present in it Carol 20mg.
I have been taking warfarin, so will it have any effect on Carol 20mg therapy?
If you have started taking Carol 20mg, 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.
If I am planning my pregnancy, can I continue taking Carol 20mg?
No, it is advisable not to take Carol 20mg 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 Carol 20mg 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.
What if you forget to take Carol Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Carol 20mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Carol 20mg Tablet Reviews
Carol 20mg belongs to a group of medicine called anti-thyroid agents. It is used in the treatment of hyperthyroidism. It reduces the amount of thyroid hormones produced by the thyroid gland.
You should take it in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. But, before taking it report to doctor if you have any known allergy to this medication. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to check the levels of blood cells in your blood. Remember to inform doctor if you experience unexplained bleeding, fever, or general illness. Your doctor may advice for monitoring of liver function.
It may cause skin rash, headache, paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation) and hair loss as its side effects.
How Carol 20mg Tablet Works
Carol 20mg is an anti-thyroid medication. It works by reducing the amount of thyroid hormones produced by the thyroid gland.
How to Use Carol 20mg Tablet
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. Carol 20mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Benefits of Carol 20mg Tablet
- In Hyperthyroidism: Carol 20mg reduces the amount of thyroid hormone in your body and also helps relieve the symptoms of hyperthyroidism. These include palpitations, feeling anxious, sweaty or shaky, and being intolerant to heat. This will help you have a better quality of life. Keep taking it as advised by the doctor to get maximum benefit.
Uses of Carol 20mg Tablet
- Hyperthyroidism
Carol 20mg Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Carol 20mg 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Carol 20mg is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Liver
CAUTION
Carol 20mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Carol 20mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Carol 20mg in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Carol 20mg. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Carol 20mg may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Quick Tips
- You may have to stop taking it for a while if you are also taking radio-iodine as a treatment for your overactive thyroid.
- Stop taking Carol 20mg 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.
- 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.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
- Carol 20mg is used for the treatment of hyperthyroidism.
References
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- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 205.
- MIMS India. Carbimazole.
- Carbimazole. London, UK: Amdipharm UK Limited; 2008 [revised 30 Jul. 2014].