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Brand: Neo-Mercazole, Basolest, Carbimazol, Favistan, Neo-Thyreostat
Carbimazole is an antithyroid medication used to treat hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). It belongs to the thionamide class of drugs and works by preventing the thyroid gland from producing excessive amounts of thyroid hormones. Carbimazole is converted to methimazole in the body, which is the active form of the drug. It is often used to prepare patients for radioactive iodine therapy or surgery, or as a long-term treatment option.
Used to treat hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid).
Outcome:
Increased risk of bleeding
Mechanism:
Carbimazole can enhance the anticoagulant effect of warfarin.
Outcome:
Disulfiram-like reaction
Mechanism:
Possible interference with alcohol metabolism.
Outcome:
No significant interaction expected
Mechanism:
No known mechanism of interaction.
Most likely new formulation: sustained-release Carbimazole (Year: 2026, 75% confidence)
Based on current usage trends and clinical trial data, there is a 90% likelihood that Carbimazole will remain a first-line treatment option for hyperthyroidism in the next 5 years.
Antithyroid Agent, Thionamide
Thionamide