Methimazole trade name?

What trade names does methimazole come in?

Methimazole is sold under multiple brand trade names depending on the country and manufacturer. The most commonly seen brand names include:

- Tapazole
- Thiamazole

If you tell me your country (or where you’re seeing the label), I can narrow it to the specific trade name(s) used there.

How to confirm which methimazole brand you have

Trade names can vary, but the active ingredient is what matters. Check the box or label for:
- Active ingredient: “methimazole”
- Strength (for example, 5 mg or 10 mg)
- Manufacturer/pharmacy label (often lists the generic even if the brand name differs)

Methimazole vs. propylthiouracil trade names (common mix-up)

People sometimes confuse methimazole with propylthiouracil (PTU). PTU’s most common brand name is usually:
- PTU (generic name also commonly used on labels)

If you share the exact brand name you saw, I can confirm whether it is methimazole or PTU.

Do patents affect methimazole brand availability?

Methimazole is an older generic medicine, so most availability comes from generic manufacturers rather than brand-only products. For patent/exclusivity tracking (when relevant), DrugPatentWatch can be a useful reference: https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/