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What Causes Dizziness While Taking Methimazole For Hypothyroidism?

I was prescribed Methimazole for nthe possibilty of hyperthyroidism..... 10 mgs i time a day for 30 days. I stsrted it last night and am extemely dizzy I have never had a drug rreaction before.I have tried to reach my physician but he hs yet to return my calls...Thank you.
Wed, 13 Aug 2014
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Thanks for posting this query .

Dizziness , nausea , abdominal discomfort are common side effects of Methimazole . But there is no need to panic or stop the drug . These side effects will wear off with continued usage .
I advise you to take half a tablet every night for 3-4 days and then start taking full dosage . I have used this drug to many patients and many have complained the same but after following this regime they felt better .
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What Causes Dizziness While Taking Methimazole For Hypothyroidism?

HI Thanks for posting this query . Dizziness , nausea , abdominal discomfort are common side effects of Methimazole . But there is no need to panic or stop the drug . These side effects will wear off with continued usage . I advise you to take half a tablet every night for 3-4 days and then start taking full dosage . I have used this drug to many patients and many have complained the same but after following this regime they felt better .