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Can you tell me about methimazole for thyroid?
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Dr. Quang Nguyenanswered
Specializes in Endocrinology
Methimazole: This medication is used to slow down thyroid hormone production from the thyroid. It is used to treat graves' disease or other conditions that cause hyperthyroidism.
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