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TAPAZOLE Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Warnings & Dosing

Medically reviewed by Jamie Winn, Pharm.D

Written by Rajive Patel, B.Pharm

What is TAPAZOLE?

TAPAZOLE is the brand name for methimazole and is available as an oral tablet.

What dosages is TAPAZOLE available in?

TAPAZOLE is available as a 5 mg and 10 mg oral tablet.

What is TAPAZOLE used for?

TAPAZOLE is an antithyroid agent that is used to treat high thyroid hormone levels (hyperthyroidism) in people:
With Graves’ disease or other medical conditions who can’t receive thyroid surgery or radioactive iodine treatment
Who are preparing to undergo thyroid surgery or radioactive iodine treatment

How does TAPAZOLE work?

TAPAZOLE belongs to a class of medications called antithyroids. It works by blocking the thyroid gland from making thyroid hormones. Thyroid hormones help regulate your body temperature, control how your body uses energy, and keep your organ systems working well. But having too much thyroid hormone in your body can cause unpleasant symptoms, including weight loss, irregular heartbeat, frequent bowel movements, an enlarged thyroid gland, and feeling hot when others don’t. By blocking your thyroid from making these hormones, TAPAZOLE helps to bring your thyroid hormone levels down to a healthy level. This will help relieve your symptoms and give you more energy throughout the day.

How do I take TAPAZOLE?

Your dose depends on whether you’re starting or continuing therapy. Your provider will adjust your continuing dose throughout treatment based on your thyroid hormone levels.
Adults: The typical starting dose ranges from 15 mg to 60 mg per day, depending on how severe your hyperthyroidism is. The total daily dose is split into 3 smaller doses that are taken by mouth every 8 hours. Once your thyroid hormone levels become normal, you’ll continue treatment at a maintenance dose that typically ranges from 5 mg to 15 mg taken once a day. Children: The dose will depend on your child’s body weight. The typical starting dose is 0.4 mg/kg of body weight per day. This total dose is split into 3 smaller doses given by mouth every 8 hours. The typical maintenance dose is about half of the starting dose.

Is it safe for me to take TAPAZOLE?

TAPAZOLE is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you.

TAPAZOLE Common Side Effects

Common side effects of TAPAZOLE:

Raised, itchy rash
Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach upset
Loss of taste
Unusual hair loss
Drowsiness

TAPAZOLE Serious Side Effects

Serious side effects are rare with TAPAZOLE. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.

Low white blood cells (agranulocytosis): fever, fatigue, chills, sore throat
Inflamed blood vessels (vasculitis): rash, nerve pain, chest pain, stomach pain
Unusual bleeding or bruising: black stools, blood in urine, bleeding or bruising that doesn’t go away
Liver problems: upper right stomach pain, loss of appetite, yellowing of skin or whites of eyes (jaundice)

Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on TAPAZOLE

The following medications may interact with TAPAZOLE:

Anticoagulants (oral):
Due to potential inhibition of vitamin K activity by methimazole, the activity of oral anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin) may be increased; additional monitoring of PT/INR should be considered, especially before surgical procedures
β-adrenergic blocking agents:
Hyperthyroidism may cause an increased clearance of beta blockers with a high extraction ratio. A dose reduction of beta-adrenergic blockers may be needed when a hyperthyroid patient becomes euthyroid
Digitalis glycosides
Serum digitalis levels may be increased when hyperthyroid patients on a stable digitalis glycoside regimen become euthyroid; a reduced dosage of digitalis glycosides may be needed
Theophylline: Theophylline clearance may decrease when hyperthyroid patients on a stable theophylline regimen become euthyroid; a reduced dose of theophylline may be needed

Who makes TAPAZOLE?

Pfizer

Is TAPAZOLE safe in pregnancy?

Because of the risk for congenital malformations associated with use of TAPAZOLE in the first trimester of pregnancy, it may be appropriate to use other agents in pregnant women requiring treatment for hyperthyroidism. If TAPAZOLE is used, the lowest possible dose to control the maternal disease should be given.

What is the generic name for TAPAZOLE?

methimazole

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How can NowPatient help me to lower the cost of my TAPAZOLE prescription?

How do the NowPatient TAPAZOLE savings programs work?

Are the NowPatient TAPAZOLE savings programs suitable for everyone, regardless of insurance status?

	Rx Advantage Card* for TAPAZOLE	Canadian Prescription Savings* for TAPAZOLE	TAPAZOLE Drug Coupon*	TAPAZOLE Patient Assistance Program*
Insured (federal, state or government)	Available	Available	Not Available	Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company
Insured (Commercial or Private)	Available	Available	Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company	Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company
Uninsured	Available	Available	Not Available	Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company
Insured but without pharmacy benefit or drug coverage	Available	Available	Not Available	Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company

Are the NowPatient drug savings programs suitable for brand and generic versions of TAPAZOLE?

	Rx Advantage Card* for TAPAZOLE	Canadian Prescription Savings* for TAPAZOLE	TAPAZOLE Drug Coupon*	TAPAZOLE Patient Assistance Program*
Brand	Yes	Yes	Yes, If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company	Yes, If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company
Generic	Yes	Yes	No	No

If you have Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage and none of the TAPAZOLE savings options are applicable or affordable for me, what can you do?

I am uninsured or underinsured and none of the TAPAZOLE prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, what can I do?

I am commercially or privately insured and none of the TAPAZOLE prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, what can I do?

If I have federal, state or commercial insurance and none of the TAPAZOLE prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, are there any other support organisations that can help me with my co-insurance or copay?

If you have already tried Medicaid and received a denial letter or if you are insured with Medicare and have been denied Low-Income Subsidy, then you can try one of the following organizational support programs:

1. Patient Access Network Foundation (PAN) assistance for TAPAZOLE

If you are having trouble paying for your TAPAZOLE medication due to unaffordable copays or deductibles, the Patient Access Network Foundation (PAN), may be able to assist you. To qualify for PAN assistance for TAPAZOLE you will need to meet one or all of the following criteria:

Your income is below 400% of the federal poverty level
TAPAZOLE is prescribed for an approved FDA indication
You live in and receive treatment in the United States or U.S. territories, even if you do not have U.S. citizenship
You have Medicare insurance coverage that covers TAPAZOLE
If TAPAZOLE is listed on PAN’s list of covered medications

You can check the Patient Access Network Foundation Website for more information.

2. HealthWell Foundation Copay Program for TAPAZOLE

If you are having trouble paying for your TAPAZOLE medication due to unaffordable copays or deductibles, the HealthWell Foundation Copay Program may be able to assist you. To qualify for assistance for TAPAZOLE you will need to meet the following criteria:

You live in and are being treated in the United States
You are insured and your plan covers TAPAZOLE
If TAPAZOLE is listed on the HealthWell Foundation’s list of covered medications

You can check the HealthWell Foundation Website for more information.

3. Patient Advocate Foundation Co-Pay Relief Program for TAPAZOLE

Patient Advocate Foundation’s Co-Pay Relief program exists to help reduce the financial distress you or your family may face when paying for your TAPAZOLE treatment. If you qualify and can demonstrate the need, the foundation will provide you with direct payment covering co-pays, co-insurance, and deductibles. To qualify for assistance for TAPAZOLE you will need to meet the following criteria:

You must be currently insured and have coverage for TAPAZOLE
You must have a confirmed diagnosis and treatment plan
You must reside and receive treatment in the United States
Your Income must fall at or below 300% or 400% of the Federal Poverty Guideline (FPG) with consideration for the Cost of Living Index (COLI) and number in the household
Applications can also be completed by contacting the program sponsor, toll-free at 866-512-3861.

You can check the Patient Advocate Foundation Website for more information.

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NowPatient has taken all reasonable steps to ensure that all material is factually accurate, complete, and current. However, the knowledge and experience of a qualified healthcare professional should always be sought after instead of using the information on this page. Before taking any drug, you should always speak to your doctor or another qualified healthcare provider.

The information provided here about medications is subject to change and is not meant to include all uses, precautions, warnings, directions, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or negative effects. The absence of warnings or other information for a particular medication does not imply that the medication or medication combination is appropriate for all patients or for all possible purposes.

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