Thyroid, porcine
- Generic Name
- Thyroid, porcine
- Drug Type
- Biotech
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- 6RV024OAUQ
Overview
Thyroid extract is dried and powdered thyroid glands from pigs containing tiiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4) used to supplement low or absent thyroid activity. Thyroid extract has been described in literature to treat hypothyroidism since 1891 but its use dates back as far as the 6th century. Thyroid extract is no longer considered a first line therapy as it delivers a dose that is inconsistent with the stated strength of the tablet. Currently, patients are more likely to be treated with levothyroxine. Thyroid extracts were never FDA approved as their use in the United States predates the FDA.
Background
Thyroid extract is dried and powdered thyroid glands from pigs containing tiiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4) used to supplement low or absent thyroid activity. Thyroid extract has been described in literature to treat hypothyroidism since 1891 but its use dates back as far as the 6th century. Thyroid extract is no longer considered a first line therapy as it delivers a dose that is inconsistent with the stated strength of the tablet. Currently, patients are more likely to be treated with levothyroxine. Thyroid extracts were never FDA approved as their use in the United States predates the FDA.
Indication
Thyroid extract is indicated for replacement therapy in decreased or absent thyroid function.
Associated Conditions
- Hypothyroidism
Clinical Trials
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FDA Approved Products
Product Name | Manufacturer | Route | Strength | Approved | NDC Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Armour Thyroid | A-S Medication Solutions | ORAL | 60 mg in 1 1 | 2022/11/21 | 50090-0190 |
Armour Thyroid | PD-Rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | ORAL | 30 mg in 1 1 | 2023/09/26 | 43063-345 |
Armour Thyroid | Bryant Ranch Prepack | ORAL | 30 mg in 1 1 | 2011/01/19 | 71335-1153 |
thyroid, porcine | Northwind Pharmaceuticals | ORAL | 120 mg in 1 1 | 2015/01/26 | 51655-129 |
Thyroid | PD-Rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | ORAL | 120 mg in 1 1 | 2023/09/22 | 55289-262 |
Armour Thyroid | PD-Rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | ORAL | 60 mg in 1 1 | 2023/09/22 | 55289-261 |
Armour Thyroid | A-S Medication Solutions | ORAL | 30 mg in 1 1 | 2022/11/21 | 50090-0189 |
Armour thyroid | Northwind Pharmaceuticals, LLC | ORAL | 60 mg in 1 1 | 2014/11/10 | 51655-637 |
Metox | Deseret Biologicals, Inc. | ORAL | 8 [hp_X] in 1 mL | 2025/05/27 | 43742-1312 |
EMA Approved Products
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China Approved Products
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Australia Approved Products
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