About Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet 100's Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet 100's is a synthetic thyroid hormone that works by replacing the thyroid hormone in the body when the natural production of thyroid hormones is not sufficient to meet the needs of the body. Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet 100's is primarily taken for treatment of hypothyroidism or low secretion of thyroid hormone. It comprises thyroxine which is a synthetic thyroid hormone that is chemically similar to thyroxine produced by our thyroid gland. Thyroxine helps to replace missing thyroid hormone and/or to relieve stress on the thyroid gland. Take Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet 100's as prescribed by your doctor. Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet 100's usually does not have major side effects when taken regularly in the prescribed dosage but, overdosage may cause headache, nervousness, sleeplessness, irritability, diarrhoea, muscle spasm, weight loss, feeling hot even in cool environments, menstrual irregularities (in women), and skin rash. Uses of Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet 100's Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) Medicinal Benefits Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet 100's controls an underactive thyroid gland (hypothyroidism) and minimizes symptoms of low thyroid hormones like unknown weight gain, fatigue, sensitivity to the cold and many more. Thus, it helps in replacing the body's own natural thyroid hormone essential for maintaining both mental and physical health. Directions for Use Swallow Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet 100's as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it. Side Effects of Eltroxin 50 mcg Tablet 100's Irregular heartbeat (palpitations) Muscle spasm Headache Nervousness Irritability Sleeplessness Tremors