Liothyronine
Indication
Resistant depression
**This entry is under review**
Black
Brand:
Tertroxin
Nice TA:
Commissioning responsibility:
CCG
PbR excluded:
No
BNF chapter:
Endocrine system
Background
There is a paucity of evidence in the literature supporting the use of liothyronine for the management of depression. Liothyronine is not licensed for the management of depression.
Recommendation
LSCMMG Recommendation:
Black
Reason for decision:
Not recommended for prescribing on the NHS in Lancashire & South Cumbria
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