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Hi been on 75mg of thyroxine for several years but been increased to 100mg now t4 4.5 but dr said the hormone in my brain is not proccessing the thryroxine properly and level keeps on rising, after 4 weeks on this dose felt great, but now i have sores on my scalp, and lumps itchy on my neck and back is this normal ## What types of lumps? How big are they? Can you give more precise locations? That almost sounds like it may be glandular swelling. Learn more Thyroxine details here. And no, such symptoms aren't normal and you should have them checked out, something is likely off-balance or odd.

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Why can"t I eat an hour before an after I take my medication ? Levothyroxin 50 MCG ## Hi Trudi, According to Livestrong.com, "consumption of levothyroxine with certain foods can significantly reduce its absorption. Thyroid hormones levels will be decreased if you take your medication with foods such as soybean flour, cotton seed meal, walnuts, dietary fiber, calcium or calcium fortified juices. These foods should be avoided within several hours of taking your medication. In addition, thyroid hormone levels may be increased if you fast while on this medication. To avoid such fluctuations, levothyroxine should be administered on a consistent schedule, with regard to time of day and relation to meals." I also know from personal experience that some medications can cause nausea/...

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Is anyone had allergic reactions to Levothyroxine? My neck is on fire and itching and the only change has been from Synthroid .75 to Levothyroxine .88. Last test showed 8.2 level after being on .75 for 6+ years. ## It's possible to have an allergic reaction to anything you take, but isn't necessarily dependent on whether or not it has happened to anyone else. Learn more Levothyroxine details here. However, since it's involving your neck, there is a chance that it may worsen and if it spreads internally, it could obstruct your breathing. Thus, you need to contact your doctor to discuss the problem. How are you feeling today?

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I got my thyroid out 17 years ago and was put on Levothyroxine and was increased slowly until i was on 200mg per day and have been for a good few years. Some how what was left of my thyroid gland has started to produce thyroxine, so I became over medicated and the doctor has cut me down to 175mg per day. I feel really down and feel sick and bloated feeling, everytime I eat. My breasts have also became very lumpy. I also have all the signs of anxiety, sweat, palpatations, shortness of breath etc. I feel my doctor could do more, but she said she will take my bloods again in 3 months to see if I am on the right dose of thyroxine. Any comments will be greatly appreciated. ## I am sorry that you are feeling so miserable. I hate to see anyone suffering for any reason. However, if you don'...

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Hello all, I have been taking levothyorxine .05 for over six months, I felt better for a couple of months but now I feel like crap again. I depressed and taking a anti depressant, i have joint pain all the time am sensitive to cold. I'm always tired and feel unmotivated, i have gained 30 lbs with no signs of slowing down. I've been noticing lack of desire for food and will on eat because it feels like my blood sugar plummits about 5-7 hrs after taking my meds. I get jittery, and irritable and have to ear immediatly or i get so sick. When I went to my dr after a couple of months, they rechecked my levels and they were normal so they left me on the same dosage but I knew something is going on. I have not insurance and is finacially difficult for me to keep going to the dr or even ...

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I was previously diagnosed with anxiety and depression, after many years of antidepressant mess I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism. They started me on 50mcg it was good for a year then had to be increased to 100mcg and I feel loads better, no more anxiety attacks and my mood is a lot better. If I miss my med doses I can tell I become moody. I have slowly lost weight over the years I have been on it. I'd say about 50lbs. But I also eat healthier and exercise more, before I couldn't do it much due to lack of energy. Constantly tired sleeping all day and had stomach pain a lot. Before my doctor said my body was functioning to 20-30% what it should be functioning. So that makes a huge difference. Also I have borderline high blood pressure so I am on a sodium restricted diet. And al...

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Hi, I just got diagnosed this week with hypothyroidism. This is my second day of taking 25mcg of levothyroxine. I am expericing a decrease in appetite with little interest in food. Which is highly unusual for me. Is this normal to have such a quick reaction to the medication? ## It's possible to have that happen, medications can affect everyone differently. Someone else may not experience any side effects, or they it may take weeks for them to manifest, while you may experience them right away. That's just the nature of adding such chemicals to the body. Learn more Levothyroxine details here. This is often seen in people that are sensitive to a medication. It frequently happens to me if I have to switch or take a new one, too. However, if it lingers for more than a few weeks, or...

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Is this generic for Synthroid and what strength is it? ## Yes, this tablet contains 75mcgs of Levothyroxine, which is a generic for Synthroid, it's used to treat thyroid disorders. Learn more Levothyroxine details here. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Hypothyroid diagnosed 6 months ago-put on 50mcg when increased to 75mcg I had a nose bleed and felt head pressure.Back down to 50mcg and 75 alternate days. Success-felt lots better for 6 months on 75mcg daily. Recently felt heart hammering and adrenal rushes turned into panic attacks Now on 50 mcg but still shakey. I read somewhere that oestrogen interferes with thyroxine-herbal or HRT. Anyone heard this? ## I see a problem listed with Estrogen, but not the herbal products. Estrogen can cause the need for a higher dosage in people that are Hypothyroid. Learn more Levothyroxine details here. Learn more Estrogen details here. Are you taking any estrogen products? ## ESTROGEN, coffee, multivitamins, iron, antacids etc ## Do you have experience with adverse effects of these? I can no longer...

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Had total thyroidectomy 12 yrs. ago, ,due to thyroid cancer,was on Levothroid until last week ( manufacturer no longer makes them). I was then given Levothyroxine 150mcgs and began them on Monday . Problems began to appear about 1 hr. after taking them. Headaches, short winded, very cold feeling, extreme exhaustion, Very sleepy all the time, panicky type feeling, no appetite. I have been told by several people w/ thyroid problems, that people with throid cancer should never take a generic thyroid med. must take only Brand name ones,,have any of you heard of this before ? I would appreiciate any advice that you may offer,,thank you . ## That isn't true, some people may have had problems with a generic version of it, but that doesn't necessarily apply to all generic versions, or t...

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I have been taking this medication for only 4 days and today i noticed a very abnormal skin itch. Is this normal? Will it go away after few days? ## No this is a reaction stop taking it and call your doctor. ## Some people do experience some dry skin as a side effect from taking Levothyroxine, but it really depends on how severe it is. Is there a rash as well, or just dry, itchy skin? Learn more Levothyroxine details here. As Ang said, it might be an allergic reaction.

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Please help to identify this pill...it is scored and has an M on one side, and an L and a 5 on the other...thanks ## This tablet contains 50mcgs of Levothyroxine, a thyroid hormone that's used to treat thyroid disorders. Learn more Levothyroxine details here. Where did you find it?

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hi, i was take levothyroxine 150 mg 19 years ,white gain ,to many problem . but i have to take one , every day, some time ,some i was never take . now 2 week i never take , i do,t have doctor ,and in------------- what should i do ? ## hi, i was take levothyroxine 150 mg 19 years ,white gain ,to many problem . but i have to take one , every day, some time ,some i was never take . now 2 week i never take , i do,t have doctor ,and health insurance. what should i do ? i feel no good , hart pain, back pain had pain, dry mouth, dry eye .but i have to take . who give me.? ## What country do you live in? Is there any kind of public health assistance that you can apply for to get help with seeing a doctor and getting the medication? Learn more levothyroxine details here. ## I been on this Levoth...

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I have been taking Levothyroxine for many years. I was at 50, then after a few years I moved to 75 and then to 88. Now, after a few years at 88, my doctor says I am tkaing too much and should lower to 75. Is this normal? ## While I'm not familiar with any documented cases of an acquired tolerance to thyroid replacement therapy, I do think that if you are taking a lot of it, your doctor probably just wants to see if a lesser amount would get the job done just as efficiently as the higher dose would (if in fact it was being taken in excess amounts). I would think this is normal of doctors to take this kind of action in situations where no one is completely sure of what an ideal dosage would be. If you honestly feel fine taking that dose, then by all means I would go with whatever your...

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oval,beige,pill, GG337 ## ive been taking levothyroxine for 3 months and i was drinking water regular now ive been taking thyroxine sodium and i cant get enough water please explain the differences thank you derrek ## There aren't really any severe differences, they are both thyroid hormones, given to supplement those are are deficient. However, your body can react differently to differenct medications, so while on one medication you may not experience a lot of side effects, but a switch to a new drug, even in the same class, might result in more severe side effects. Is you continue to experience problems, you should probably consult your doctor, this may not be the right medication for you. Is there anything else I can help you with? ## I have been on levothyroxine 16 years. I have...

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I need to know how long after taking levothyroxine in the morning I need to wait BEFORE taking my omeprazole, caffeine, clonazepam, gabapentin, deplin and propranolol? (I know to wait one-half to one hour before taking any FOOD.) ## Hi Suzie, This is just my theory, but I think timing just depends on which medications interact with each other and which ones don't. Based on my research, propranolol interacts with both clonazepam and levothyroxine, and clonazepam interacts with omeprazole. So taking any of these together does present a risk factor. The interaction between propranolol and clonazepam states the following: "MONITOR: Many psychotherapeutic and CNS-active agents (e.g., anxiolytics, sedatives, hypnotics, antidepressants, antipsychotics, opioids, alcohol, muscle relaxant...

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light green - oblong tablet - small ## I have 2 different light green, oblong tablets, that both look lilke the 88mcg Thyroid I have been taking, but now I have 2 tablets that have different markings . just making sure they are the same OR NOT THE SAME. ## I have two light green tablets , they are identical except for the markings and I just want to know which one is the Levothyroxine 88mcg tablets that I should be taking. Markings are as such: L2 on some and are marked : M (front) and L/7 (upside down L) any help with this is appreciated... ## The one with the M L7 is your Levothyroxine tablet. Learn more Levothyroxine details here. The other one with just the L2 on it is an over the counter generic for Immodium, that contains the active ingredient Loperamide, it's used to treat di...

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Been taking a grayish, small, slender, oval shape Levothyroxin 125 mcg. Pill daily and recently, switched pharmacy. New pharmacy filled script for Levothyroxin with 125 mcg. Levothyroxine pills which are flat,round, and light tan ...though quite different in appearance, wondering if Levothyroxin and Levothyroxine are same medication? My thyroid has been removed for over 2 years, so getting the right thyroid medication is vital. ## Yes, the pharmacy either just forgot the E on the end, or ran out of room to type it on the label. Learn more Levothyroxine details here. However, if you'd really like to put your mind at ease, you can post back with the markings on the new tablet and I can also use those to double check for you and confirm that it's the right medication. Can you post ...

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I was on 100 mg, had to stoptaking due to can afford doctor visit and blood work to get a new script. I have been taking for 5 years, and been off for about 3 weeks, I am very moody, and tried all the time. ## Those can be normal effects of stopping it abruptly. You were taking it to treat a thyroid problem that caused similar symptoms and now, your damaged thyroid is trying to re-regulate itself, without the help of the medication. Learn more Levothyroxine details here. Have you tried to see if you can get any assistance anywhere to pay for the tests and prescription?

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looking for the name of a small pink pill with L-8 on one side and a M on the other ## This tablet contains 100mcgs of Levothyroxine, which is used to treat Thyroid disorders. Learn more Levothyroxine details here. Is there anything else I can help with?

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