Sage, generic name is methimazole tablets. Hashimoto’s hyperthyroidism refers to Hashimoto’s thyroiditis combined with hyperthyroidism, can be treated with methimazole, but sometimes because of the mild symptoms of hyperthyroidism can not take medication, this kind of hyperthyroidism may automatically return to normal, or even transformed into hypothyroidism, if it is determined that need to be used to treat with methimazole, the dosage should be on the small side, to avoid the emergence of drug-induced hypothyroidism.
Hashimoto’s hyperthyroidism is an autoimmune thyroid disease that may be related to genetic factors, trauma, mental stimulation, infection and drug effects. Some patients may feel localized pressure in the pharynx as well as the neck, and those with obvious symptoms may experience shaking hands, fear of heat and excessive sweating, irritability, palpitations, weight loss, and increased frequency of bowel movements.
Whether or not Hashimoto’s hyperthyroidism requires treatment depends on thyroid function. If the thyroid function is normal, no special treatment is needed. If the thyroid function is abnormal, medication is needed, and the medication used includes methimazole tablets or propylthiouracil tablets.
Methimazole tablets are a commonly used drug for the treatment of hyperthyroidism, especially for the treatment of patients with or without mild goiter, common adverse reactions include rash, rubella, and pruritus, etc. People who are allergic to methimazole tablets are prohibited from taking them.
It is worth noting that there are certain risks associated with the administration of Methimazole tablets, and patients need to be guided by a specialist. After the diagnosis of Hashimoto’s hyperthyroidism, you need to go to the hospital, under the guidance and advice of a specialist to standardize the treatment and decide whether you need to use the drug.