Question 103 · LEK · Hyperthyroidism
Which of the following is not used in the treatment of thyroid storm?
- A. acetylsalicylic acid.
- B. esmolol.
- C. thiamazole.
- D. hydrocortisone.
- E. low molecular weight heparin.
Hint
One of the listed drugs displaces thyroid hormones from their binding proteins and raises free T4 and T3.
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