# Methimazole (Methimazole)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/methimazole
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Methimazole?

Methimazole is a thyroid hormone synthesi inhibitor. It is prescribed to treat thyroid crisis, goiter. Across the United States, 17,000 doctors prescribe Methimazole to approximately 111,000 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Methimazole

## Indications

Methimazole is prescribed for the treatment of thyroid crisis and goiter.

## Conditions treated

- [Thyroid Crisis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/thyroid-crisis)
- [Goiter](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/goiter)

## Mechanism of action

Methimazole belongs to a class of medications known as thyroid hormone synthesis inhibitor [epc]s.

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Thyroid Hormone Synthesis Inhibitor [EPC]
- Mechanism of Action class: Thyroid Hormone Synthesis Inhibitors [MoA]
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

Contact your doctor or pharmacist for complete side effect information for this medication

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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