Treatments for hyperthyroidism all involve reduction of the thyroid hormone levels.Which of those listed below is the most likely to do so by interfering with the synthesis of TH without destroying viable thyroid gland tissue cells.
A)Radioactive nucleotide
B)Thyroidectomy
C)Propylthiouracil and methimazole
D)Beta-adrenergic receptor blockers
E)Anti-inflammatory glucocorticoids

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Propylthiouracil and methimazole are antithyroid drugs that inhibit the synthesis of thyroid hormone without destroying viable thyroid gland tissue. They work by blocking the enzyme thyroperoxidase, which is required for the production of thyroid hormone. This results in a reduction of thyroid hormone levels in the body. The other options either destroy viable thyroid gland tissue or do not directly inhibit the synthesis of thyroid hormone.

Treatments for Hyperthyroidism All Involve Reduction of the Thyroid Hormone