What is Levothyrox called in Australia?
Levothyrox contains levothyroxine. In Australia the same medicine is sold as Eutroxsig or Oroxine.
Medically reviewed by Javeria Muneer, Pharmacist · Last reviewed:
| Brand | Country | Active ingredient | Common strengths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Levothyrox Pending verification | France | levothyroxine H03AA01 | 25 mcg tablet, 50 mcg tablet, 100 mcg tablet |
| Eutroxsig Pending verification | Australia | levothyroxine H03AA01 | 25 mcg tablet, 50 mcg tablet, 100 mcg tablet |
| Oroxine Pending verification | Australia | levothyroxine H03AA01 | 25 mcg tablet, 50 mcg tablet, 100 mcg tablet |
Same active ingredient does not always mean the same strength, salt or release form. Check the pack and ask a local pharmacist.
Questions
What is Levothyrox called in Australia?
Levothyrox contains levothyroxine. In Australia the same medicine is sold as Eutroxsig or Oroxine.
Is Eutroxsig exactly the same as Levothyrox?
Both contain levothyroxine (ATC H03AA01). Strength, salt, release form and inactive ingredients can differ, so compare the packs and ask a pharmacist.
What strengths of levothyroxine are common in Australia?
Common forms include 25 mcg tablet, 50 mcg tablet, 100 mcg tablet. Check the label, because local packs may differ from the one you have.
