Abstract:Background: Amiodarone (AMD) is a benzofuran derivative, used in the management of angina and refractory ventricular arrhythmia. AMD may lead to either hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism, depending on the daily dietary allowance of iodine. Aim of the Work: The aim of the current study is to investigate the structural and biochemical changes of the thyroid gland of adult male albino rats after exposure to different doses of AMD. Material and Methods: Thirty adult male albino rats were used in the experiment, the… Show more
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