A category of drugs is employed in the management of hyperthyroidism, a condition characterized by the excessive activity of the thyroid gland. These drugs can be utilized as the primary treatment for hyperthyroidism or administered before undergoing thyroid surgery.
Carbimazole and propylthiouracil primarily function by interfering with the production of thyroid hormones within the thyroid gland. On the other hand, radioactive iodine operates by targeting and destroying specific portions of the thyroid tissue in individuals with hormone-secreting thyroid nodules.
Carbimazole and propylthiouracil may give rise to side effects such as nausea, headaches, mild gastrointestinal disturbances, dizziness, joint pain, itching, and rash. It is worth noting that carbimazole has the potential to suppress the production of white blood cells. Conversely, iodine can lead to hypersensitivity reactions resembling coryza, which refers to nasal symptoms resembling those of the common cold.