What is characteristic of antithyroid drugs that act on the thyroid gland? (Select all that apply.)
A) They are a physiologic hormone replacement.
B) They block synthesis of T3 and T4 in the thyroid gland.
C) They destroy T3 and T4.
D) Immediate improvement is observed.
E) They may be used before subtotal thyroidectomy.
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