Carbikem 20 Tablet 100

Carbikem 20 Tablet 100 is used to treat an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism) by reducing how much thyroid hormone the gland makes, helping relieve symptoms such as a fast heartbeat, anxiety and weight loss, and is also used to prepare for thyroid surgery or radioactive iodine treatment.

Uses of Carbikem 20 Tablet 100 are:

• Overactive Thyroid: Helps lower excess thyroid hormone.
• Symptom Relief: Helps with a fast heartbeat, anxiety and weight loss.
• Before Procedures: Used to prepare for thyroid surgery or radioactive iodine.

Follow these instructions while taking Carbikem 20 Tablet 100:

• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.

• Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet.

• Take it at the same time each day to maintain consistent blood levels.

• Continue taking this medicine regularly as advised by your doctor.

Carbikem 20 Tablet 100 is taken orally.

Carbikem 20 Tablet 100 contains carbimazole (20 mg), which works on the body as follows:

• Inhibition of thyroid hormone synthesis: Carbimazole acts as a pro-drug that converts to its active form in your body, blocking the production of thyroid hormones in the thyroid gland.

• Enzyme blocking action: It specifically inhibits the enzymes needed for your thyroid to produce hormones, helping to reduce the excessive hormone levels in your bloodstream.

• Normalisation of thyroid function: By gradually reducing the amount of thyroid hormones being produced, carbimazole helps restore balance to your body's metabolic processes that are controlled by these hormones.

• Symptom management: The medicine effectively addresses the physical symptoms of hyperthyroidism by targeting the root cause—the overproduction of thyroid hormones.

Follow these instructions while storing Carbikem 20 Tablet 100:

• Store the medication below 30°C in a cool, dry place.

• Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture.

• Store in the original packaging to protect from environmental exposure.

• Keep out of reach of children.

• Check the expiry date before use, and do not take if expired.

• Include iodine-rich foods like seafood and dairy products in moderation, as they help maintain thyroid function balance when you have hyperthyroidism.

• Avoid caffeine-containing beverages (tea, coffee, energy drinks) as they may worsen symptoms like rapid heartbeat and nervousness associated with an overactive thyroid.