Gaining Weight After Reducing Dose..

I was taking .100 of Levothyroxine and my dr. said that it was slightly over corrected...now I am taking .75 and have already gained almost 2 pounds in 5 days. I am really frustrated! My bloodwork says one thing, but my body is reacting differently...any advise? Is there a dose between .100 and .75?

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yes-there is a dose of .50 of levothyroxine.

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Theres isn't a tablet in the exact dose between but a lot of people cut up a second tablet to achieve the desired dose, or alternate their dose every other day. For example you could cut a .25 tablet in half each day and take that along with your 75 you are currently taking so that it brings you to 87.5 daily.

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Weight gain is a normal side effect of this medication, according to FDA reports. Other side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, mood changes, and hair loss.

And what Sharon stated is correct, some doctors do have their patients play with the dosage a bit, by alternating, or cutting tablets, to get better control. But you should not try such, without your doctor's approval.

What results are you seeing on your blood work?

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