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What is carbimazole used for in adults and children?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Carbimazole is used in adults and children when thyroid function needs reducing, including hyperthyroidism, preparation for thyroidectomy in hyperthyroidism, and treatment before and after radio-iodine therapy.

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Carbimazole 20 mg tabletsADVANZ Pharma · emc · SmPC §4.1 Therapeutic Indications · Version 9Document updated 24 December 2024

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