What is the difference between ERFA and Armour Thyroid tablets?

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Armour® Thyroid Tablets

 Allergan™ distributes Armour® Thyroid (thyroid tablets, USP) in the USA in the following strengths:

  • 15mg (1/4 grain)
  • 30mg (1/2 grain)
  • 60mg (1 grain)
  • 120mg (2 grain)
  • 180mg (3 grain)
  • 240mg (4 grain)
  • 300mg (5 grain)
  • Armour® Thyroid provides 38mcg T4 and 9mcg T3 per grain of thyroid
  • The ratio works out to approximately 4.2 T4: 1 T3.

The active ingredient (desiccated natural thyroid) in Armour® Thyroid (thyroid tablets, USP) is derived from porcine (pig) thyroid glands.

ERFA® Thyroid Tablets

EFRA™ distributes ERFA® Thyroid (desiccated thyroid) in Canada in strengths of 30mg, 60mg, and 125mg.

  • In each ERFA® Thyroid 30mg tablet there is 18mcg of T4 and 4mcg of T3;
  • In eachERFA® Thyroid 60mg tablet there is 35mcg of T4 and 8mcg of T3;
  • In each ERFA® Thyroid 125mg tablet there is 73mcg of T4 and 17mcg of T3.
  • The ratio is 4.5 T4: 1 T3.

ERFA® Thyroid tablets contain desiccated thyroid containing lactose, derived from porcine thyroid glands.

Note that T4 is converted to T3 in your body.

Further information on ERFA: Learn More

If you have questions about your prescription or non-prescription medication, please contact the team at Canada Online Health by calling toll free 1-800-399-DRUG (3784) or visit their website at https://www.canadaonlinehealth.ca. One of the friendly and discreet pharmacy representatives will be happy to answer your questions.

 

This article contains medical information provided to help you better understand this particular medical condition or process, and may contain information about medication often used as part of a treatment plan prescribed by a doctor.  It is not intended to be used as either a diagnosis or recommendation for treatment of your particular medical situation.  If you are unwell, concerned about your physical or mental state, or are experiencing symptoms you should speak with your doctor or primary health care provider. If you are in medical distress please contact emergency services (such as 911).

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