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Active pharmaceutical ingredient

Liothyronine Sodium

Liothyronine Sodium is a synthetic form of the thyroid hormone triiodothyronine (T3), which plays a crucial role in regulating metabolism and energy production in the body.

Compounded to order
Prescription required
Warwick, Rhode Island

About this ingredient

Liothyronine Sodium is a synthetic form of the thyroid hormone triiodothyronine (T3), which plays a crucial role in regulating metabolism and energy production in the body. It is commonly used in the treatment of hypothyroidism, a condition where the thyroid gland does not produce enough hormones, leading to symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, and depression.

As an active pharmaceutical ingredient, Liothyronine Sodium is often preferred for its rapid onset of action compared to other thyroid hormones, making it particularly useful in situations where quick therapeutic effects are desired. This API is also utilized in the management of myxedema coma, a severe form of hypothyroidism, and as an adjunct therapy in certain cases of thyroid cancer.

Liothyronine Sodium is available in various compounded formulations, allowing for tailored dosing that meets the specific needs of individual patients. This customization is especially beneficial for patients who may not respond adequately to standard thyroid hormone replacement therapies or who require precise dose adjustments.

When prescribing Liothyronine Sodium, healthcare providers should consider potential interactions with other medications, as well as the patient's overall health status, to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes. Regular monitoring of thyroid function tests is recommended to adjust dosing and avoid potential side effects such as palpitations, nervousness, or excessive weight loss.

Available formulations

Compounded formulations containing this ingredient

Each of these is compounded to order at our Warwick, Rhode Island pharmacy and requires a prescription.

Compounding formulary

Formulas we compound with this ingredient

A sample of preparations from our formulary. Strengths and dose forms are customised to the prescription.

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Related active ingredients

Other salt forms of this molecule, and ingredients commonly compounded alongside it.

Important information

This page describes an active pharmaceutical ingredient, not a finished drug product. Bayview Pharmacy compounds preparations containing it only on a prescriber's order for an individual patient.

Compounded preparations are not FDA-approved, and the FDA has not evaluated them for safety, effectiveness, or manufacturing quality. Nothing on this page is a claim that any preparation is effective for any condition.

A valid prescription is required. Availability depends on Bayview's licensure in your state. This page is general information, not medical advice — discuss your situation with a licensed healthcare provider.

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