Tapazole
= Prescription Required 
= Generic Equvalent
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Tapazole 5MG Tablets
Methimazole
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Tapazole Prescription Drug Information
Methimazole (By mouth)
Methimazole (meth-IM-a-zole)
Treats hyperthyroidism (too much thyroid hormone produced by the thyroid gland).
Brand Name(s):Tapazole
There may be other brand names for Tapazole.
When Tapazole Should Not Be Used:
You should not use Tapazole if you have had an allergic reaction to methimazole or carbimazole, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
How to Use Tapazole:
Tablet
- Your doctor will tell you how much of Tapazole to take and how often. Do not take more medicine or take it more often than your doctor tells you to.
- You may take Tapazole with or without food.
- It is best to take Tapazole at the same time every day.
If a dose of Tapazole is missed:
- If you miss a dose or forget to take your medicine, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take the medicine and skip the missed dose.
- Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
How to Store and Dispose of Tapazole:
- Store the medicine at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
- Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and never share your medicine with anyone.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid While Taking Tapazole:
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are using a blood thinner (Coumadin®), blood pressure medicine (such as atenolol, metoprolol, propranolol, Corgard®, Inderal®, Lopressor®, Toprol®, Tenormin®), digoxin (Lanoxin®), or theophylline (Theo-Dur®).
Warnings While Using Tapazole:
- Using Tapazole while you are pregnant can harm your unborn baby. Use an effective form of birth control to keep from getting pregnant. If you think you have become pregnant while using the medicine, tell your doctor right away.
- Make sure any doctor or dentist who treats you knows that you are using Tapazole.
Possible Side Effects While Using Tapazole:
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Dark-colored urine, pale stools
- Fever, chills, cough, sore throat
- Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, pain in the upper stomach
- Numbness, tingling, or burning in your hands or feet
- Severe skin rash or itching
- Unusual bruising or bleeding
- Unusual weakness or tiredness
- Yellow skin or eyes
If you notice these less serious side effects while taking Tapazole, talk with your doctor:
- Dizziness
- Joint pain
- Mild nausea and vomiting, stomach upset
- Mild skin rash
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by Tapazole, tell your doctor.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088
