Propylthiouracil (PTU)

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In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2024 Jan.
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Excerpt

Propylthiouracil is an anti-thyroid drug used to manage Graves disease and hyperthyroidism. This activity will highlight the mechanism of action, adverse event profile, and other key factors (e.g., dosing, pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, monitoring, relevant interactions) of propylthiouracil pertinent for healthcare team members in the treatment of patients with hyperthyroidism and related conditions.

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  • Study Guide