How does Neo-Mercazole (Carbimazole) work:

Neo-Mercazole (Carbimazole) contains the active ingredient carbimazole. Neo-Mercazole is used to treat hyperthyroidism or overactive thyroid gland, a condition where the thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormones. Neo-Mercazole belongs to a group of medicines called antihyperthyroidism agents. It works by reducing the production of thyroid hormones.

Dosage & Administration:

Take Neo-Mercazole exactly as your physician has prescribed. Your physician will tell you how many Neo-Mercazole tablets to take each day. Your dose of Neo-Mercazole may also change from time to time, according to your progress. Therefore be sure to keep your appointments with your physician so that your progress can be checked.

Swallow tablets whole with a glass of water. Do not chew or crush the tablets. Taking your medicine at the same time each day will have the best effect. It will also help you remember when to take the tablets. Do not stop taking Neo-Mercazole unless your physician tells you to do so. There are different types of medicines used to treat hyperthyroidism. Your physician may have prescribed Neo-Mercazole for another purpose. Ask your physician if you have any questions about why Neo-Mercazole has been prescribed for you.

Side Effects:

• nausea
• headache
• stomach upsets
• skin rashes
• pain in muscles & joints
• hair loss
• itchiness
• hives
• sore throats
• mouth ulcers
• fever
• bruising
• yellowing in the skin or eyes

Precautions:

Do not take Neo-Mercazole if you have had an allergic reaction to Neo-Mercazole or any of its ingredients, a previous history of adverse reactions to carbimazole, or if you are breast-feeding or plan to breast-feed. Tell your physician if you are taking any other medicines, including any that you have bought from a pharmacy or health food shop.