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What is methimazole used for?

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Specializes in Endocrinology

Hyperthyroidism: It is one treatment choice of people with a variety of hyperthyroid conditions.

Answered 9/29/2012

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Hyperthyroidism : Methimazole also known as tapazole (methimazole) is used to treat hyperthyroidism. This would include grave's disease, toxic multinodular goiter or toxic nodule. It is an alternative to radioactive iodine therapy or surgery.

Answered 4/3/2016

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