Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medications or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical development.This medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders (such as certain types of goiters, thyroid cancer).This medication should not be used to treat infertility unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels.
Warnings this medication should not be used for weight loss normal doses of this medication will not work for weight loss and large doses of this medication may cause serious possibly fatal side effects especially when taken with diet pills uses levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid hypothyroidism it replaces or provides more thyroid hormone
Which is normally produced by the thyroid gland low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation medications or removed by surgery having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity in children having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical
Development.this medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders such as certain types of goiters thyroid cancer this medication should not be used to treat infertility unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels how to use levothyroxine oral read the patient information leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start taking
Levothyroxine and each time you get a refill if you have any questions ask your doctor or pharmacist take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor usually once daily on an empty stomach 30 minutes to 1 hour before breakfast take this medication with a full glass of water unless your doctor directs you otherwise if you are taking the capsule form of this
Medication swallow it whole do not split crush or chew people who cannot swallow the capsule hole such as infants or small children should use the tablet form of the medication for infants or children who cannot swallow whole tablets crush the tablet and mix in one to two teaspoons five to ten milliliters of water and give using a spoon or dropper right away do
Not prepare a supply in advance or mix the tablet in soy infant formula consult your pharmacist for more information dosage is based on your age weight medical condition laboratory test results and response to treatment use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it to help you remember take it at the same time each day do not stop taking
This medication without first consulting with your doctor thyroid replacement treatment is usually taken for life there are different brands of levothyroxine available do not change brands without first consulting your doctor or pharmacist certain medications such as cholesterol mine colestipol cholevillum antacids sucral fate simethicone iron sodium polystyrene
Sulfonate calcium supplements oralistat lanthanum cevolimer among others can decrease the amount of thyroid hormone that is absorbed by your body if you are taking any of these drugs separate them from this medication by at least four hours symptoms of low thyroid hormone levels include tiredness muscle aches constipation dry skin weight gain slow heartbeat or
Sensitivity to cold tell your doctor if your condition worsens or persists after several weeks of taking this medication side effects see also precautions section hair loss may occur during the first few months of treatment this effect is usually temporary as your body adjusts to this medication if this effect persists or worsens tell your doctor or pharmacist
Promptly remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects many people using this medication do not have serious side effects tell your doctor right away if any of these unlikely but serious effects of high thyroid hormone levels occur increased sweating sensitivity to
Heat mental mood changes such as nervousness mood swings tiredness diarrhea shaking tremor headache shortness of breath bone pain easily broken bones get medical help right away if any of these rare but serious effects of high thyroid hormone levels occur chest pain fast slash pounding slash irregular heartbeat swelling hands slash ankles slash feet seizures a very
Serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare however get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction including rash itching swelling especially of the face slash tongue slash throat severe dizziness trouble breathing this is not a complete list of possible side effects if you notice other effects not listed above contact
Your doctor or pharmacist precautions before taking levothyroxine tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it or if you have any other allergies this product may contain inactive ingredients which can cause allergic reactions or other problems talk to your pharmacist for more details before using this medication tell your doctor or pharmacist your
Medical history especially of increased thyroid hormones thyrotoxicosis decreased adrenal gland function heart disease such as coronary artery disease irregular heartbeat high blood pressure diabetes if you have diabetes this drug may affect your blood sugar check your blood sugar regularly as directed and share the results with your doctor tell your doctor right
Away if you have symptoms such as increased thirst urination shakiness unusual sweating dizziness or hunger your doctor may need to adjust your diabetes medication exercise program or diet before having surgery tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use including prescription drugs non-prescription drugs and herbal products children may be more
Sensitive to certain side effects of this drug especially headache vision changes and hip leg pain high thyroid hormone levels may lead to decreased bone development growth and reduced full adult height keep all lab medical appointments so the doctor can monitor treatment older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug especially fast slash
Pounding slash irregular heartbeat current information shows that this drug may be used during pregnancy tell your doctor if you are pregnant because your dose may need to be adjusted levothyroxine passes into breast milk but is unlikely to harm a nursing infant consult your doctor before breastfeeding interactions see also how to use section drug interactions
May change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects this document does not contain all possible drug interactions keep a list of all the products you use including prescription non-prescription drugs and herbal products and share it with your doctor and pharmacist do not start stop or change the dosage of any medicines without
Your doctor’s approval some products that may interact with this drug include blood thinners such as warfarin digoxin sucrofer ecoxy hydroxide overdose if someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing call 9-1-1 otherwise call a poison control center right away u.s residents can call their local poison control center at 1
800-222 canada residents can call a provincial poison control center symptoms of overdose may include fast slash pounding slash irregular heartbeat loss of consciousness confusion seizures notes do not share this medication with others laboratorian or medical tests such as thyroid function tests should be performed periodically to monitor your progress or check
For side effects consult your doctor for more details missed dose if you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember if it is near the time of the next dose skip the missed dose take your next dose at the regular time do not double the dose to catch up unless your doctor tells you to do so call your doctor if you miss two or more doses in a row ask your doctor
Ahead of time what to do about a missed dose and follow your doctor’s specific directions storage store at room temperature away from light and moisture do not store in the bathroom keep all medications away from children and pets do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so properly discard this product when it is
Expired or no longer needed consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company
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