Type I is iodine-induced hyperthyroidism, which develops in those with underlying thyroid disease, type II is amiodarone-induced destructive thyroiditis. Type I AIT typically occurs in those with ...

Amiodarone-induced hypothyroidism can be easily treated with thyroid replacement therapy; however, hyperthyroidism must be treated more aggressively and amiodarone discontinuation is required.

The incidence of type 2 amiodarone-induced thyrotoxicosis (AIT ... therapy followed by definitive treatment of the underlying thyroid disorder, usually done by surgery, will be required, as ...

Drug-induced hypothyroidism occurs when a medication interferes with thyroid function ... hypothyroidism if dosage ...