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Methimazole and PTU: Nursing Insights by Aisha Marie is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Methimazole and propylthiouracil are antithyroid drugs used to treat hyperthyroidism. Methimazole is available as 5-20 mg tablets while propylthiouracil comes as 50 mg tablets. Both drugs work by preventing iodine from combining with thyroglobulin, decreasing thyroid hormone levels. Common side effects include nausea, headache, and rash. Patients over age 40 taking over 40 mg daily are monitored for a potentially serious blood disorder. Nurses educate patients on monitoring symptoms, taking medications as p
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- Aisha Marie
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- EN