Tapazole
Thiamazole 5mg and 10mg tablets, used in the management of hyperthyroidism. A thionamide that blocks the enzyme thyroid peroxidase.
- Category
- Thyroid Health
- Active ingredient
- Thiamazole
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 5 · 10mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Tapazole on your behalf.
- Condition
- Hyperthyroidism
- Alternative names
- Carbimazole
- Therapeutic class
- Antithyroid Agent
- Pharmacological class
- Thionamide
- Minor side effects
- nausea; rash; arthralgia; headache
- Moderate side effects
- jaundice; pruritus
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Eli Lilly
- Onset Time
- 30–60 minutes
- Duration
- 6–12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature away from direct medical hazard.
- Drug interactions
- warfarin; theophylline
- Age restrictions
- Used with physician supervision in paediatric cases.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to thionamides; severe hepatic impairment; history of bone marrow disorders
Precautions and warnings
report any signs of infection or sore throat immediately; monitor white blood cell count; use caution in pregnancy
Serious side effects
agranulocytosis, requires immediate medical attention; hepatitis, requires immediate medical attention; vasculitis, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Thiamazole 5mg and 10mg tablets, used in the management of hyperthyroidism. A thionamide that blocks the enzyme thyroid peroxidase.
Mechanism of action
This medication functions by inhibiting the synthesis of thyroid hormones through the blockade of the enzyme thyroid peroxidase. This prevents the iodination of tyrosine residues, effectively reducing the levels of active thyroid hormones in the blood.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Risk associated with first trimester use; doctor consultation essential. Breastfeeding: Use with caution.
Tapazole is a brand name for thiamazole, used to treat hyperthyroidism. The same active ingredient is also sold as Carbimazole, and is available in tablet form in strengths of 5mg and 10mg. This medication is a standard choice for managing thyroid hormone levels for patients internationally.
Buying Tapazole online
This product can be ordered online with delivery across these nations. Generic thiamazole, often manufactured in India, offers an affordable alternative to the original brand, making consistent care accessible for expats and those living far from local sources.
What you will receive
Tapazole is the originator brand name, made by Eli Lilly. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Eli Lilly and do not ship the original Tapazole.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Thiamazole) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.