Methimazole 5 mg Tablets is included in the Pill Pass Discount Drug List at Pill Pals Pharmacy. This educational article summarizes key FDA-label topics for patients, caregivers, and prescribers who want a plain-language overview before speaking with a physician or pharmacist.
Drug Name
Methimazole 5 mg Tablets
FDA Labeled Indications
Methimazole is FDA-labeled for hyperthyroidism, including Graves' disease, for preparation before thyroidectomy or radioactive iodine therapy, and when thyroidectomy is contraindicated or not advisable.
Contraindications
Contraindications include hypersensitivity to methimazole and, in some labels, breastfeeding depending on product and clinical context.
Warnings
Warnings include agranulocytosis, serious liver injury, vasculitis, fetal harm when used during pregnancy, and hypothyroidism from overtreatment.
Precautions
Monitor thyroid function and symptoms of infection. Patients should report fever, sore throat, mouth ulcers, unusual bleeding, jaundice, or severe fatigue promptly. Use caution in pregnancy and liver disease.
Adverse Reactions
Adverse reactions may include rash, itching, nausea, vomiting, joint pain, altered taste, hair loss, headache, low white blood cell count, and liver abnormalities.
Pill Pass Discount Drug List Notes
Availability, quantity limits, manufacturer selection, and final dispensing decisions may depend on prescription requirements, clinical appropriateness, inventory, and applicable law. This article is informational and is not a substitute for individualized medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or the full FDA-approved labeling for the dispensed product.
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Source note: this article is written as a patient-friendly summary of FDA labeling topics available through DailyMed and related FDA labeling resources. Manufacturer-specific labeling can vary, so patients should rely on the medication guide, package insert, prescriber instructions, and pharmacist counseling for their specific product.
Methimazole 5 mg Tablets is on the Pill Pass List. This information is accurate as of May 13, 2026. If you would like more information on this medication, please contact your Physician or Pharmacist.
