Which of the following drugs is used in the treatment of patients with hyperthyroidism?
a. levothyroxine
b. prophylthiouracil
c. liothyronine
d. liotrix
b. Prophylthiouracil (PTU) is administered to patients with hyperthyroidism. It acts by interfering with the synthesis of T3 and T4 in the thyroid gland. It also prevents the conversion of T4 to T3 in the target tissues.
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What will be an ideal response?
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