Does synthroid alone provide t3 and t4? should I be taking something more to provide both?

15 Apr 2010

That should be providing everything i have a low thyroid too so it helped me,hope this helps you

19 May 2010

it does not, it only contains T4. And it may not be the optimal drug for you. I took it for 8 months after total thyroidectomy but my body could not absorb the medication. You have alternatives if you don't get good labs back on the Synthroid. Your endo should be monitoring you at least every 3 months for the first 18 months, then if you're stable, every 6 months.

Remember to be patient, balancing your thyroid hormones takes time and changes frequently. I am using Armor Thyroid,when I can get it, and a compounded formula when I can't.

Become informed and work with your endo!