API

Carbimazole (5mg)

Drug classification

Dosage form

Tablet

API strength per dosage

Dose

Adults: Initial dose 15–40 mg daily in divided doses; maintenance 5–15 mg daily. Pediatrics: 0.5–1 mg/kg daily in divided doses. Elderly: Use adult dosing, monitor closely. Dose adjustments required in hepatic impairment. Always titrate to clinical response and thyroid function tests.

Mechanism of action

Indications

Hyperthyroidism

Side effects

Nausea Headache Joint pain Gastrointestinal disturbance Skin rash Itching Paresthesia tingling or pricking sensation

Pregnancy category

Precautions

Contraindications