LIOTHYRONINE/CYTOMEL
- for hypothyroidism, T3 replacement; - Adult: initial dose of 25ug/24hr, then titration q1-2 weeks according to clinical response & thyroid function tests to maintenance of 25-75ug PO qd; - 25ug equivalent to 1 grain desiccated thyroid or .10 mg of levothyroxine; - Reduce dose in elderly;
Original Text by Clifford R. Wheeless, III, MD.
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