Additional information
| Raw Material | Methimazole |
|---|---|
| Water Retention | No significant effect |
| Hepatotoxicity | Yes, rare but serious cases reported |
| Lab Test | Thyroid function tests (TFTs) |
| Also known as | Methimazole |
| Blood pressure | No direct effect on blood pressure |
| Trade name | Tapazole, Thiamazol |
| Storage conditions | Store at room temperature, protect from light and moisture |
| Chemical name | 1-Methyl-2-mercaptoimidazole |
| Formula | C4H6N2S |
| Substance class | Thioamide |
| Main action | Antithyroid agent |
| Half-life | Approximately 6 hours |
| Dosage (medical) | Typically 5-15 mg daily in divided doses for adults |
| Dosage (sports) | Not applicable |
| Effects | Reduces thyroid hormone production |
| Side effects | Rash, arthralgia, agranulocytosis, liver dysfunction, nausea |
| Use in sports | None, not used as a performance-enhancing drug |
| Manufacturer | Abdi Ibrahim |
| Packing | 100 Tabs (5 mg/tab) |
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