UNSPSC 51181600: Thyroid and antithyroid drugs

This classification denotes preparations that treat diseases and disorders of a highly vascularized endocrine gland consisting of two lobes joined by a thin band of tissue with one lobe on each side of the trachea. it secretes thyroid hormones from the follicular cells and calcitonin from the parafollicular cells thereby regulating metabolism and calcium level in blood, respectively.

UNSPSC 51181600 Thyroid and antithyroid drugs is a Class code covering pharmaceutical products used to treat thyroid disorders, including levothyroxine, liothyronine, and antithyroid agents such as propylthiouracil and methimazole. State and local governments procure these drugs through their health departments, correctional facilities, public hospitals, and managed Medicaid programs to support clinical care for beneficiaries and incarcerated populations. The code encompasses both brand-name and generic formulations across multiple strengths and delivery forms.

The recent-opportunities block contains no posted solicitations under this code, indicating minimal or no current state and local procurement activity in this class. Thyroid and antithyroid drugs are typically sourced through established pharmaceutical supply contracts, group purchasing organization agreements, or direct vendor relationships rather than through open competitive solicitations.