Thyroid Medicine

I am 44 yrs old. I had been gone under surgery for thyroid in 1997. Till 2011 I haven't checked for tsh levels. When I checked in 2011 it was 64 ui/ml tsh and t4 t3 were normal. Doctor prescribed me for levothyroxine 25mg and gradually up to 100 mg. When I was taking 100mg my tsh level was 10 ui/ml which was near to normal. But I was experiencing many things like headaches, dizziness and heart beating. Then doctor advised me to take 50mg per day but now the tsh is 32 ui/ml. I do not understand what should I do. I have always a feeling of being depressed, loss of concentration, anxiety etc. ## Those are common side effects of this medication, but it is far more risky to your health your health to leave your thyroid issue remain uncontrolled, especially since it can cause weight probl...

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Hi. I am Hafeez and my age is 48. I am a heart patient and my serum creatinine level is 1.6. I am also suffering from a thyroid disorder. I went to many of the specialists and they have given me medicine. However, all those medications are not accepted by my body. Whenever I am eating, I experience feet, chest and stomach pain. Why is this happening? Please help me. ## What medications have been prescribed for you? The NIH warns that most medications may cause nausea, dizziness, headache, stomach pain, diarrhea, and joint/muscle aches. However, without knowing the specific ones you are taking, it is difficult to give you a precise answer. Can you please post back and clarify?

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The thyroid gland or simply, the thyroid /θard/, in vertebrate anatomy, is one of the largest endocrine glands. The thyroid gland is found in the neck, below the thyroid cartilage (which forms the laryngeal prominence, or "Adam's apple"). The isthmus (the bridge between the two lobes of the thyroid) is located inferior to the cricoid cartilage. The thyroid gland controls how quickly the body uses energy, makes proteins, and controls how sensitive the body is to other hormones. It partici...

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The thyroid gland or simply, the thyroid /θard/, in vertebrate anatomy, is one of the largest endocrine glands. The thyroid gland is found in the neck, below the thyroid cartilage (which forms the laryngeal prominence, or "Adam's apple"). The isthmus (the bridge between the two lobes of the thyroid) is located inferior to the cricoid cartilage. The thyroid gland controls how quickly the body uses energy, makes proteins, and controls how sensitive the body is to other hormones. It partici...

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The thyroid gland or simply, the thyroid /θard/, in vertebrate anatomy, is one of the largest endocrine glands. The thyroid gland is found in the neck, below the thyroid cartilage (which forms the laryngeal prominence, or "Adam's apple"). The isthmus (the bridge between the two lobes of the thyroid) is located inferior to the cricoid cartilage. The thyroid gland controls how quickly the body uses energy, makes proteins, and controls how sensitive the body is to other hormones. It partici...

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The thyroid gland or simply, the thyroid /θard/, in vertebrate anatomy, is one of the largest endocrine glands. The thyroid gland is found in the neck, below the thyroid cartilage (which forms the laryngeal prominence, or "Adam's apple"). The isthmus (the bridge between the two lobes of the thyroid) is located inferior to the cricoid cartilage. The thyroid gland controls how quickly the body uses energy, makes proteins, and controls how sensitive the body is to other hormones. It partici...

value of tsh 1 year back was 26 & no T3 T4 found doctor advised to take thyroxine 25mg after 6 months tsh reduced to 7 & now since 5 months I have not been tested tsh & my medicine is still continue now I am suffering from chest & throat congestion what should I do now ? should I stop my medicine? ?? ## i recommend you look into dr.david brownstein and iodine deficiency. you may just need some supplements to support your thyroid. reg dr's go straight to the pharm meds. and don't believe in holistic medicine. i use potassium iodide. iodine was used before antibiotics its antiviral, antifungal, antibiotic, and a natural expectorant (should clear up your chest) and needed for many other body functions. usually levo is prescribed for life. if your sick see a doc don...

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i have been put on levothroxine 75 mg for a low thyroid after 5 weeks still know weight loss how long before i see a result ## With a slightly low thyroid, I have been on a much lower dose for several months, but have not lost any of the weight I had gained. ## I did lose weight after about a month on the .025 mcg- it came off really slow though and I had to slow down on my calorie intake just brcause the pill made me more hungry. I just went back to eating like I normally did and the weirhgt came off. I went from 137 to 123.

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oval turquoise pill GG 338 thyroid ## Based on the description provided, I can confirm your pill to be Levothyroxine sodium (150 mcg). This medicine is a hormone replacement usually given to patients with thyroid problems, specifically, hypothyroidism. For more information about this drug, please refer to the link below... If you have any more questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to help you.

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I have been taking tyhroxine for 20 years , my gp made and error and lowere my tyhroxine to 125mg from 250mg . in between this time I started appearing a rash . I went for a blood test and my level was underactive so I went back on 250g. Ilater I went for another blood test and it was borderline overactive I reduced it again to 200 mg and now I have a full blown rash burning itching blotchy.i had a skin biopsy which came back inflamed but there not sure of the cause one possibility is a drug reaction ,,, I cant see it being tyhroxine if I have been on this drug for 20 yers with no problem plese help thanks ## Hello, Sandysan! Sorry about the problem that you're having. But actually, yes it could be the medication. Regardless of how long you've been taking something, our bodies c...

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I have a simple question. Should the Thyroid tests namely, TSH,T3 and T4 done on an empty stomach? Our GP says that the test should be done at least 12 hours after the last food intake. Whereas the technicians at the diagnostic lab said no such restriction is there and the test could be anytime. Who is correct?

I am trying to find out about this drug. I have a new patient taking this and I am not sure what its side affects are? ## Armor Thyroid are synthetic thyroid tablets ingested orally to provide T3 and T4 thyroid hormones and treat hypothyroidism, which is an under-active thyroid. The inactive ingredients in Armor Thyroid are: Calcium stearate, dextrose, microcrystalline cellulose, sodium starch glycolate and opadry white. The following side effects are uncommon, but none the less, very serious: Allergic reactions (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives) Vomiting Chest pain, irregular heartbeat, or shortness of breath. More common, less serious side effects include: Tremor, nervousness, or irritability Headache, Insomnia. Diarrhea, cha...

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thyroid medication ## I am taking levothyroid..in addition to lithium, wellbutrin and colzapam. I noticed that since taking the levothyroid I am more depressed, does this drug have that effect, do my other drugs interfer...thanks ## The only relevant warning I can find is that it SHOULD not be taken with Lithium, so that could be having an effect and you should consult your doctor. Does anyone else have any experience with this? ## Taking lithium causes hypothyroidism. You have to take thyroid meds(levothyroid) the rest of your life…not sure about lithium? all things to discuss with your dr. find a Dr. who knows all about thyroid and your lithium

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I have been on levythorixine for almost a year first it was 25 then 6 months later they upped it to 50 now 75 3 months later. Since September I have been slowly going down hill. I have been to the ER twice with lightheadiness and heart palpitations they have blown me off as panic attacks. The past 7 days I have been in bed unable to get up bad lightheadedness weak shaky feeling I have been to several doctors and no one could find the cause. Today went to an internist and after reviewing my T levels he stated that I should have never been upped from the 25. I have basically been overmedicated ie poisened. every symptom I have had he described. He told me to stop all thyroid ASAP. He wants to start over in 3 months with the tests. Has anyone else been through this hell? ## Hello, Amber! H...

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I have been obese all my life except for brief periods where I Iost some weight only to gain it back. I'm now a 61 year old male, 290 lbs, 5'7" and was diagnosed for the first time with hypothyroidism in December of 2011, and I was started on 50 mcg's daily of Levothyroxine (Synthroid). That's 5 months now. I have following my weight loss plan faithfully, walking 2 miles every day, and I have lost SQUAT! I have had no negative side effects to the medication, but I'm just not losing any weight in spite all my efforst. My doctor said that my first follow up tests (6 weeks after I started the med.) showed that my THF levels were improving--so what's up? I'm frustrated, discouraged, and ready to eat Brooklyn. HELP!!! ## Sometimes, in spite of all efforts to t...

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I take Levothyroxine( Thyroid) medicine and on the bottle it says not to take a antacids or calcium within 4 hours of taking . I also take Pantoprazole SOD. This I should not take for 4 hours after the Levothyroxine? ## HI, Barbara! How are you? Other than the water you take it with, nothing else should be taken with the Levothyroxine and though it works differently than an antacid, I'd suggest waiting the 4 hours for the Pantoprazole as well, just to be sure. It really helps more if it is taken before a meal, anyway. Learn more Pantoprazole details here.

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i m 28 yrs old.I had visited the doc for disturbance in menstural cycle for the first time and have been prescribed to take thronorm 25 for 3 mnths. I have been asked for testing of Thyroid nd s prolactin which resulted in TSH-6.8ulU/ml nd prolactin -43.9ng/ml.Can my tsh level be controlled and what does prolactin level depict.does it have any effect on getting pregnant. ## Wife tsh level is 11.9, is it difficult to get pregnant ## i have the prolactin hormone 6.8.what happens with this range?

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i have several nodules in my thyroid. a recent fna showed benign colloid nodule showing focal hurthle cell change. Dr not worried and says all if fine but i'm not sure. all blood tests were normal including thyroid antibodies. ## Hello, Jeanette! How are you? If you're worried, then it's your right to go get a second opinion from another doctor. After all, it is your health that is of concern. What type of doctor did you see for this?

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I have a TSH value of 60. Is it dangerous? My T3 and T4 values are normal. ## my daughter is 16 years old, her T3 & T4 are normal whereas TSH is 7.6, medication is needed or its in normal range? hairfall is there & her weight is also gaining little, plz advice ## tsh level is 12 but t3 and t4 are normal ## Can you please tell me if any pharmacies carry thyroid stimulating hormone? I used to use Abaris but it's been discontinued.

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I wouold like to know about Thyroid conditions ## My Doctor just called me to tell me my Blood Work results. He told me that my Thyroids were low, I don not know what this means or what has caused this, I am a RSDS/CRPS Patient going on 16 yrs soon... Any suggestions to my question will be gladly appreciated... GBUA And Thank You Very Much And Also Thank You For Taking Part Of Your Life's Time To Answer My Question...

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