For informational purposes only. Consult a medical professional for advice. Source: Focus Medica. A life threatening condition caused when the level of thyroid hormones become very low ...

Levothyroxine intravenous (IV) injection is approved by the FDA to treat myxedema coma (a severe form of hypothyroidism) in adults. Keep reading for specific information about the dosage of ...

Myxedema coma: use IV levothyroxine. Adults: Monitor TSH 6–8 weeks after dose change then every 6–12 months when stable. Peds: Monitor TSH and total or free-T4 at 2 and 4 weeks after ...

Myxedema coma: use IV levothyroxine. Adults: Monitor TSH 6–8 weeks after dose change then every 6–12 months when stable. Peds: Monitor TSH and total or free-T4 at 2 and 4 weeks after ...