[The dextrorotary isomer of thyroxine, a thyroid hormone with antihyperlipidemic activity. Dextrothyroxine stimulates the formation of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and increases the catabolism of LDL thereby leading to increased excretion of cholesterol and bile acids via the biliary route. This results in a reduction in serum cholesterol and LDL. ( NCI )]
UMLS (NCI) C0011824 - Amino Acid, Peptide, or Protein
- Pharmacologic Substance
- Hormone
Relation/PAR: [CV350] ANTILIPEMIC AGENTS
Levothyroxine
Relation/CHD: DEXTROTHYROXINE SODIUM