Product Description
Vivaldis Vet Thyro Tablets contain levothyroxine sodium which restores adequate thyroid hormone concentration, reversing hypothyroidism.
Levothyroxine is converted to hormone T3 which binds to thyroid receptor proteins and carries out the following functions:
• Controls DNA transcription & stimulates protein synthesis, exerting metabolic effects
• Increases basal metabolic rate
• Increases utilisation and mobilisation of glycogen stores
• Promotes gluconeogenesis
Clinical signs of hypothyroidism include:
• Decreased metabolism
• Weight gain without corresponding increase in appetite
• Lethargy, laziness
• Weakness, exercise intolerance
• Cold intolerance
• Slow heart rate
• Skin & coat problems
• Chronic skin infections
• Ear infections
• Alopecia
• Hyperpigmentation
• Hyperkeratosis
• Dry, dull haircoat
• Seborrhoea
Criteria for confirmation of hypothyroidism = Low Total T4+ High TSH + supporting clinical signs
Diagnosis should be made and medicine should be started only under the advice of a Veterinarian.
- Composition : Levothyroxine sodium 0.6mg
- Class : Synthetic Thyroid Hormone
Indications/Uses
- For Treatment of hypothyroidism
Directions for use:
- As recommended by the veterinarian.
Suitable for Dogs
Additional Information
Tablets | 1 Strips 30 tabs |
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