Hi Doctor, Does Tab Oflox Oz taken by Mother after delivery for 5 days lead to transient hypothyroidism in newborn? My newborn daughter 12 days old shows very high TSH (ECLIA) =591 micIU/mL, Low FT4 (ECLIA) - 023 ng/dL Thyroid scan shows mildly enlarged thyroid gland, %uptake of tracer by gland
Hi, This tablet does not cause transient hypothyroidism in the newborn. Based on the results of thyroid function tests your baby seems to be suffering from congenital hypothyroidism apparently due to underdeveloped thyroid gland which cannot make a normal amount of thyroid hormone. The prescribed thyroxine should be started immediately to prevent mental and growth retardation and the tests are checked every 1 to 2 months up to 6 months of age and then every 2 to 3 months thereafter to check the response of the treatment. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.