Thiodox Film-Coated Tablets.

1. What Thiodox is and what it is used for

• The active ingredient in Thiodox is thioctic acid (alpha lipoic acid).

2. Indications:

• Antioxidant.

3. Before you take Thiodox

Do not take Thiodox

• If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to thioctic acid (alpha lipoic acid) or any of the other ingredients in this product (listed in section 6).


• Children and adolescents


• Children and adolescents should not take Thiodox as there is insufficient experience for this age group.


• Taking other medicines, herbs, or dietary supplements


• Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including those without a prescription.


• Pregnancy and breastfeeding


• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking Thiodox.


• Thiodox should be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding only after careful benefit-risk assessment and under medical supervision.

4. How to take Thiodox

• The recommended daily dose is 2 to 6 tablets (equal to 600 mg – 1800 mg of thioctic acid) to be taken in divided doses or according to your doctor’s prescription, about 30 minutes before meals with plenty of water.


• If you take more Thiodox than you should


• Overdose may cause nausea, vomiting, and headaches.


• If you forget to take Thiodox


• Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

5. Possible side effects

• Like all products, this product can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.


• If you notice any side effects, tell your doctor or pharmacist.