Is Levothyroxin The Same As Thyronorm

I am 60 years old lady detacted with hypothyroidism and taking thyronorm 75 much for last 3 years. Immediately after start taking the medicine for 3 months l was detected with portal hypertension and NAFLD. Treating doctors never changed doses of thyronorm, l am now suffering with black stool and frequent drops of hemoglobin and need transfusions weekly . Kindly suggest.

What are the benefits of thyronorm over levothyroxine? Do the symptoms like hair fall continue even after starting medication? ## They are the same, one is just a brand name and the other a generic name of the active ingredient. And yes, hair loss is a typical side effect of this medication, as reported by the U.S. FDA. You may also experience nausea, dizziness, headache, mood swings, and weight changes. Are you on any other medications? ## I took thyronorm for 26 years and switched to Levothyroxine after coming to the United States. Can you tell me whether it’s safe to proceed with Levothyroxine or move back to thyronorm? I have noticed a change in mood swings, hair loss as well as depression frequently with Levothyroxine. ## what does anyone know about Armour? I still have the v...

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JUST TO KNOW WHETHER THERE CAN BE ANY SIDE EFFECTS FOR TAKING THYRONORM 50 MCG IN THE MORNING IN EMPTY STOMACHE - LIKE DIZZINESS, DISCOMFORT ETC. ## Yes, those are possible side effects of taking Levothyroxine, you may also experience weight changes, appetite changes and hair loss. Learn more: Are there any other questions or comments? ## i have been taking thyronorm50 since 2005. yesterday i took a pill of thyronorm 25 and after 10 mins i felt shortening of breath ,dizziness.this is something rare which happened to me immediately after taking the pill(never hapned before).and also have been gaining weight from past few months. why all these sudden changes that too after so many years of consumption of the same medicine.... plzz help ## After taking thyronorm 50 for about 20 days, both ...

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I am a 36 yr old female. Diagnosed with hypothyroidism with very high antibody titre. Initially prescribed with levothyroxine 50mcg, weight gain of 6 lbs per year. Had to change endocrinologist, new prescription for thyronorm 75mcg. Current weight gain is 4 kgs per month, after taking thyronorm 75 for 30 days. Also, thyronorm intake resulted in joint pain, which was not experienced during levothyroxine intake. Should I revert back to levothyroxine 50 or continue thyronorm 75? ## They are both the same medication, Levothyroxine, the Thyronorm is just a brand name for it, so the only difference is in the dosage. You are taking a higher amount of it now, which could explain the joint pain side effect. Learn more Thyronorm details here. Have you talked to your new doctor about the joint pai...

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Through out the day a mild to moderate Whole body pain. ## Thyronorm contains the active ingredient Levothyroxine. What type of pain? Joint pain can be a sign of either an allergic reaction or a sign that you are on too high of a dosage. You really should contact your doctor about this, immediately. Are there any questions or comments? ## m taking thyronorm from 1 year now, 100 and now m on 50. i become very irritate and my hair has no shine now. plz suggest me what to do ## I am suffering for the last 30 years from Hypothyroid and but have started regularly taking the medication Thyroxin 100 for the last 5 years only .I am taking Thyronorm 100 and my TSH is 3.5 Am I taking the right dosage? And which is the preferred drug. Thyroxin or Thyronorm. ## Jess, they both contain the same acti...

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I m 6 months pregnant dr advice me to take eltrocxin 50mcg but in market yhis is not available they gave me thyronorm 50 mcg can i advice me should i take this or it is save for my baby..my tsh is 9.6 ## I came from u.s.a here and i was taking levothyroxine 100 mcg there,my medicine is finished, can i take thyronorn here ## Yes, they both contain the same active ingredients and are equivalent. The NIH lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, hair loss, weight changes, and mood changes. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I m 6 months pregnant dr advice me to take eltrocxin 50mcg but in market yhis is not available they gave me thyronorm 50 mcg can i advice me should i take this or it is save for my baby..my tsh is 9.6 ## I am last 5.5years. taking Eltroxin100 daily 2 tablets but now my doctor change Eltroxi insisted Thyronorm both are working is same ## I have hypothyroidsm .I take eltroxin 75 my tsh level 15 days back was 1.98 then I switched to thyronorm 75 .l rechecked tsh level afer 15 days it was 3.25. I want to know is there any difference between eltroxin and thyronorm or both are same ## They both contain the same active ingredient, which is Levothyroxine, it is used to treat thyroid disorders. The NIH lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, weight changes, mood s...

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I take Levothyroxin 100 mcg and replaced by Thyronorm 100 mg. is this comprable dosage and same effect? ## 1000 micrograms (mcg)= 1 milligram (mg) 100 mcg= .1 mg Since thyronorm and levothyroxine are one in the same medication (just different brand names), it becomes clear to me that levothyroxine 100mcg is a significantly smaller dose than thyronorm 100mg. That said, you will probably notice the difference in strength when switching to thyronorm. However I certainly wouldn't be able to tell you how this will effect you in comparison to your previous dosage, as everyone reacts to these medications differently. I hope this helps! ## Hi, I was on medication for hypothyroidism for 7 years.... Having Thyronorm 50mcg till now and with recent tests my doctor changed my medicine to levothy...

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