Thyroid preparation overdose is poisoning from the medications used to treat thyroid gland disorders.
Poisonous Ingredient: - Levothyroxine
- Liothyronine
- Liotrix
- Thyroid
Note: This list may not be all inclusive.
Where Found: - Levothyroxine (Synthroid, Levothroid)
- Liothyronine (Cytomel)
- Liotrix (Thyrolar, Euthroid)
- Other thyroid medication
Note: This list may not be all inclusive.
Home Treatment: DO NOT induce vomiting.
Before Calling Emergency: Determine the following information:
- Patient's age, weight, and condition
- The name of the product (ingredients and strengths if known)
- When it was swallowed
- The amount swallowed
Poison Control, or a local emergency number: The NationalPoison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) can be called from anywhere in the United States. This national hotline number will let you talk to experts in poisoning. They will give you further instructions.
This is a free and confidential service. All local poison control centers in the U.S. use this national number. You should call if you have any questions about poisoning or poison prevention. It does NOT need to be an emergency. You can call for any reason, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
What to expect at the emergency room: The patient may be given activated charcoal and a laxative. Symptoms will be treated as needed.
Some or all of the following procedures may be performed:
- EKG
- Blood tests to check thyroid level
Expectations (prognosis): Patients who receive quick treatment make a good recovery. Cardiac complications may lead to death.�
Symptoms are often delayed up to one week. They may be treated successfully with several medications.
