Find information on thousands of medical conditions and prescription drugs.
Carbimazole
Carbimazole is used to treat hyperthyroidism. It prevents the peroxidase enzyme from coupling and iodinating the tyrosine residues on thyroglobulin, hence reducing the T3/T4.
Clinical utility of autoantibodies directed against TSH-R CONTINUING EDUCATION To earn CEUs, see test on page 16. LEARNING OBJECTIVES 1. State four clinical features of Graves' disease (GD). 2. Describe ... From Medical Laboratory Observer,
4/1/05
by Roberto Rocchi
Understanding feline hyperthyroidism Hyperthyroidism is one of the most common endocrine disorders found in middle-aged to older cats. Insidious in onset, it is thought to affect one in every ... From International Journal of Pharmaceutical Compounding,
9/1/03
by Davidson, Gigi
Practical management of hyperthyroidism There are several causes of hyperthyroidism, and correct diagnosis is essential for management. Graves' disease is most commonly managed with radioactive ... From American Family Physician,
3/1/90
by Margaret S. Houston