What is thyroid?
Thyronajod Henning is a combination preparation of levothyroxin (thyroid hormone T4) and potassium iodide (iodine). It is used for the treatment of the thyroid subfunction with simultaneous iodine deficiency as well as for struma treatment and prophylaxis.
Thyronajod is available in various strengths, which allows individual dosage. It is comparable to Jodthyrox, but is produced by another manufacturer (Sanofi/Henning) and offered in different strengths.
The combination of hormone substitution and iodine supply is particularly useful for patients with non-autoimmune thyroid underfunction in iodine deficiency areas.
Active Ingredients & Mechanism of Action
Active ingredient: Levothyroxin-Natrium (T4) / Kaliumjodid
Thyronajod combines two active ingredients:
Levothyroxine (T4):
- Replaces the missing thyroid hormone directly
- is partially converted to active T3 in the body
- Normalizes TSH and metabolism
Calium iodide (Jod):
- Delivers iodine as a substrate for thyroid gland
- Supports the remaining own production of thyroid hormones
- Prevents compensatory growth of thyroid gland (surgery prevention)
Combination effect: Hormone replacement plus iodine supplementation – covers both aspects of thyroid care.
Who is it suitable for?
Thyronajod is suitable for:
- iodine deficiency trauma with hypothyroidism
- Strumaprophylaxe after partial resection of the thyroid gland
- Hypothyroidism with simultaneous iodine deficiency
- Non-autoimmune thyroid subfunction
Not suitable for:
- Hashimoto-thyreoiditis (no additional iodine!)
- thyroid nautical (hot knot)
- thyroid hyperfunction
- iodine allergy or incompatibility
Available Dosages
Available starches:
- Thyronajod 50 Henning: 50 mcg T4 + 150 mcg Jodid (= 115 mcg iodine)
- Thyronajod 75 Henning: 75 mcg T4 + 150 mcg Jodid
- Thyronajod 100 Henning: 100 mcg T4 + 150 mcg Jodid
- Thyronajod 150 Henning: 150 mcg T4 + 150 mcg Jodid
Dosing:
- Individually according to TSH value and thyroid gland sonography
- Mostly 1 tablet per day
- Choose strength according to hormone requirements
How to Take
Intake:
- Morning, sober, 30 minutes before breakfast
- With a glass of water
- Do not take coffee or milk
Default: Mind. 2 hours to calcium, iron, magnesium Mind. 4-5 hours to Cholestyramine, Colestipol
Controls:
- TSH every 6-12 months
- thyroid ultrasound regularly
- With dose change: TSH after 6-8 weeks
Contraindications
**Thyronajod must not be taken at:* *
- thyroid nautical
- thyroid hyperfunction (hyperthyroidism)
- Hashimoto-thyreoiditis (iodine fraction contraindicated)
- Jodallergie
- Untreated secondary bark insufficiency
- Acupine heart attack
Preview at:
- coronary heart disease (including doses)
- Older patients
- thyroid nodes (exclude autonomy)
pregnant: thyroid hormones and iodine are important in pregnancy. Dose adaptation necessary. Medical care essential.
Possible Side Effects
For correct dosage: Usually no side effects.
For overdose of T4 proportion:
- Heart turf, palpitations
- Internal unrest, nervousness
- Sweating
- Weight loss
- diarrhea
By iodine component:
- In predisposition: triggering a thyroid hyperfunction
- iodine-related skin reactions (very rare)
- Jodakne (very rare)
Interactions
**Removal resistance:* *
- calcium, iron, magnesium (2 h)
- Antazida, PPI (2 h)
- Cholestyramine, Colestipol (4-5 h)
- Soy products
Dosis needs change:
- estrogens ( pills) – T4-bedarf can increase
- Carbamazepine, Phenytoin – accelerated T4 degradation
Jod specific:
- Amiodaron (high iodine content – monitoring!)
- Lithium (dirthyroidism)
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Important Notice
This information does not replace medical advice. If you have questions about your health or the suitability of this medication, please consult a doctor. Read the package leaflet before use.