Ifi am already over weight should I see a weight loss or gain with taking levothroid?

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28 Nov 2011

Weight loss is a reported side effect of levothroid. It's usually a sign that the dose needs to be reduced.
http://www.drugs.com/sfx/levothyroxine-side-effects.html

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