How effective is Cytomel for Hypothyroidism? (a real world drug study)
Summary:
Overall ratings: 3.4/5 Long term ratings: 3.7/5
This is a phase IV clinical study of how effective Cytomel (liothyronine sodium) is for Hypothyroidism and for what kind of people. The study is created by eHealthMe from 286 Cytomel users and is updated continuously.
What is Cytomel?
Cytomel has active ingredients of liothyronine sodium. It is often used in hypothyroidism. eHealthMe is studying from 7,595 Cytomel users. Check the latest studies of Cytomel.
What is Hypothyroidism?
Hypothyroidism (abnormally low activity of the thyroid gland, resulting in retardation of growth and mental development) is found to be associated with 1,613 drugs and 2,597 conditions by eHealthMe. Check the latest studies of Hypothyroidism.
286 people are studied for taking Cytomel in Hypothyroidism
Overall effectiveness (number of people):
Long term (1+ years) effectiveness (number of people):
Cytomel effectiveness for Hypothyroidism (number of people):
Overall:
- not at all: 7
- somewhat: 59
- moderate: 72
- high: 97
- very high: 51
Long Term:
- not at all: 2
- somewhat: 22
- moderate: 47
- high: 75
- very high: 42
Gender of people who take Cytomel for Hypothyroidism *:
- female: 88.81 %
- male: 11.19 %
Age of people who take Cytomel for Hypothyroidism *:
- 0-1: 0.0 %
- 2-9: 0.0 %
- 10-19: 0.0 %
- 20-29: 5.94 %
- 30-39: 19.23 %
- 40-49: 21.33 %
- 50-59: 30.07 %
- 60+: 23.43 %
Who find Cytomel more effective for Hypothyroidism?
Gender of people who take Cytomel for Hypothyroidism *:
- female: 90.54 %
- male: 9.46 %
Age of people who take Cytomel for Hypothyroidism *:
- 0-1: 0.0 %
- 2-9: 0.0 %
- 10-19: 0.0 %
- 20-29: 6.76 %
- 30-39: 12.16 %
- 40-49: 19.59 %
- 50-59: 37.16 %
- 60+: 24.32 %
* Approximation only. Some reports may have incomplete information.
Do you take Cytomel?
- You can start a phase IV clinical trial to monitor Cytomel safety and effectiveness.How to use the study?
DO NOT STOP MEDICATIONS without first consulting your doctor. If there are any serious or long term adverse effects discovered in the study, discuss the study with your doctor to ensure that proper medication management will be in place if applicable.
Related publications that referenced our studies:
- Ezeji GC, Inoue T, Bahtiyar G, Sacerdote A, "Hallucinations associated with miglitol use in a patient with chronic kidney disease and hypothyroidism", BMJ case reports, 2015 Feb .
- Ezeji GC, Inoue T, Bahtiyar G, Sacerdote A, "Hallucinations associated with miglitol use in a patient with chronic kidney disease and hypothyroidism", BMJ case reports, 2015 Feb .
Related studies
Alternative drugs to, pros and cons of:
- Cytomel (7,595 reports)
Treatments, associated drugs and conditions:
- Hypothyroidism (168,065 reports)
How the study uses the data?
The study is based on liothyronine sodium (the active ingredients of Cytomel) and Cytomel (the brand name). Other drugs that have the same active ingredients (e.g. generic drugs) are not considered. Dosage of drugs is not considered in the study neither.
Who is eHealthMe?
With medical big data and proven AI/ML algorithms, eHealthMe provides a platform for everyone to run phase IV clinical trials. We study millions of patients and 5,000 more each day. Results of our real-world drug study have been referenced on 800+ peer-reviewed medical publications, including The Lancet, Mayo Clinic Proceedings, and Nature. Our analysis results are available to researchers, health care professionals, patients (testimonials), and software developers (open API).
WARNING, DISCLAIMER, USE FOR PUBLICATION
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DISCLAIMER: All material available on eHealthMe.com is for informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by a qualified healthcare provider. All information is observation-only. Our phase IV clinical studies alone cannot establish cause-effect relationship. Different individuals may respond to medication in different ways. Every effort has been made to ensure that all information is accurate, up-to-date, and complete, but no guarantee is made to that effect. The use of the eHealthMe site and its content is at your own risk.
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