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PTU reduces the amount of T3 thyroid hormone in the blood by reducing its secretion from the thyroid and by decreasing the peripheral conversion of T4 to T3.

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What is propylthiouracil used for?

Propylthiouracil is used to treat hyperthyroidism. It works by stopping the thyroid gland from making thyroid hormone. Propylthiouracil should usually be given only to people who are allergic to or cannot tolerate methimazole (Tapazole) or who are in the first trimester of a pregnancy.


Why does propylthiouracil change the metabolic rate seen in a thyroidectomized rat?

Propylthiouracil is an additive that reversibly abolishes thyroid function and the thyroid controls how quickly the body burns energy.


The drug propylthiouracil is used to treat hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism?

Propylthiouracil (PPU) is used to treat hyperthyroidism.


Can you drink alcohol while taking Propylthiouracil?

Propylthiouracil is a drug that may be prescribed by a doctor for the treatment of an overactive thyroid gland. No, you should not drink alcohol while taking this medication because it may cause sedation or confusion.


Where can you buy Propylthiouracil?

Propylthiouracil is a prescription medication used to treat hyperthyroidism. You can obtain it at a pharmacy with a prescription from a licensed healthcare provider. It is not available for purchase over-the-counter. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for guidance on obtaining this medication.


Is propylthiouracil used for hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism?

Propylthioracil (PTU) is used in the treatment of some hypERthyroid conditions.


What natrally occurring porblems does propylthiouracil mimic?

Abnormal liver blood test and liver problems.


If propylthiouracil was injected what change in metabolic rate would you see in a thyroidectomized rat?

The weight in grams of the Thyroidectomized rat seemed to decrease when injected with propylthiouracil. Injected with tyroxine caused an increase in grams and ml of O2 levels do to the fact that tyroxine (a hormone from tyroid gland) increase the basal metabolic rate. ATT; Veronica V.


If propylthiouracil was injected what change in metabolic rate would you see in a hypophysectomized rat?

Purely guessing here, I'd assume a slowdown in overall metabolic rate. You've excised the pituitary gland, and adminsitered a thryoid antagonist. Unless there's some weird sympathetic reaction, a slowdown seems emminent.


How does hyperthyroidism propylthiouracil pill looks like?

Propylthiouracil (PTU) is typically available in tablet form, which may vary in appearance depending on the manufacturer. Commonly, the tablets are round or oval and can be white or light yellow in color. They may have specific markings or engravings for identification, such as dosage information. Always consult your pharmacist or healthcare provider for accurate identification and details regarding your medication.


Why is methimazole used in treating thyrotoxic myopathy?

Propylthiouracil and methimazole are medications that inhibit production and release of thyroxine and also block tissue effects of thyroxine


What is the effects of tsh injection on normal rat?

Propylthiouracil is a drug given to patients with goiter to decrease or slow down basal metabolic rate.