Pharmacology第 40 / 100 题
A resident takes levothyroxine. This medication is used to treat:
a.High blood pressure
b.An underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism)
c.Seizures
d.Insomnia
解析
Levothyroxine replaces thyroid hormone in hypothyroidism and is usually taken in the morning on an empty stomach for best absorption. Consistent timing is important for a steady hormone level.
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