Euthyrox for Underactive Thyroid User Reviews (Page 4)

• Nina
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 17, 2022

"Walmart changed my levothyroxine to euthyrox I questioned the pharmacist because I had never taken one in a blister pack she said it was the exact same thing that they had taken the dye out of the pills and repackaged. I started taking them I got severely ill, lightheaded, fatigue, headache, heart palpitations, cold sweats, chest pain and dizziness. I went to doctor he said tested positive for the flu still did not think about it being meds so I wound up at the ER with chest burning, dizzy, body shaking, uncontrollably they said all my test looked ok. Then he ask if I had started any new meds I told him I started Euthyrox about 16 days ago he told me to go back to my old pharmacy not Walmart and get them to fill a new prescription with the levothyroxine that I was suppose to be taking! I have been back on my regular meds for 2 days still have a ways to go to get back to normal. People please do not take this drug I can’t believe Walmart is still dispensing this drug"

• Tada
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 30, 2021

"I have taken levothyroxine for years. Then walmart switched to Euthroyx, after taking it for 2 months my TSH levels went crazy, it was like I wasn't even taking any drug at all. Completely ineffective. Switched back to levothyroxine and TSH levels are back where they should be. Walmart says others have had the same effects. Stay away from euthroyx."

• Butte...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 26, 2021

"The Euthyrox is horrible for me. Took it for a month maybe more. Had headaches, terrible fatigue, muscle cramps, foggy brain. Probably more symptoms, just didn't make the connection. After researching I read all the side affects. Went to Walmart and told them I did not want this Euthyrox anymore. It is confusing when I compared the generic of Synthroid and Euthyrox it both said Levythyroxine. I told Pharmacist I no longer wanted the Euthyrox, but if they label it all as Levythyroxine.....my rx history only shows Levythyroxine. So very leary. Will be asking for Synthroid generic to be more specific. See if that changes anything. Until then, I am miserable right now. I suggest DO NOT TAKE EUTHYROX."

• Mary
• July 4, 2022

"Every time I try to start taking Euthyrox again because Walmart Pharmacy keeps changing brands on me, my heart starts hurting bad, changed back to levothyroxine makers Alvogen & in days heart stopped hurting!"

• slchr...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 30, 2022

"Please do not take this medication my Pharmacy switch me from Levothyroxine to Euthyrox and since then I've been having anxiety, fatigue, loose bowels, extreme sweating, muscle aches and pains. Called the pharmacy today had them switch me back to Levothyroxine. Hopefully this will help."

• Sheshe
• Taken for 10 years or more
• July 18, 2021

"I was concerned at first, as Walmart had changed my normal med without my knowledge. But I tried it anyway, as it was the inexpensive alternative. Didn't have any odd effects and blood tests after a month showed normal range. So I'm ok with it."

• Mount...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 1, 2022

"When my dr upped my dosage from 50mcg t0 75, Walmart gave me this box, instead of the bottle of 3 months supply at once. Euthyrox. I've never been completely happy with the hypothyroid meds, as I've never gotten rid of my symptoms of hypothyroidism. My dosage is too low and my dr won't listen to me. My last test showed my blood level at a 2.8. The 'normal' range being 2.4 - 4.2. Being that low is NOT ok for me as a woman still of childbearing age and my hair loss has not let up at all, like it should if I was on the right dosage for my body. But since June 24, 2021 when I was switched to this Euthyrox, I'm even more miserable. I didn't realize the side effects were so bad from what I'd been on previously. I started doing research in March and everything I've found has not been good for Euthyrox. My symptoms/side effects have been the shortness of breath, muscle spasm, headache, nervousness, irritability, insomnia, tremors, muscle weakness associated with euthryox. No more of this rubbish."

• Lisa
• April 6, 2022

"I have Grave's disease with RAI to get rid off my thyroid and have been taking Levothyroxine for 8 years. This past summer, I developed a stinging, itchy red rash on my face that no doctor has been able to explain and it continues to get worse. Then my heart palpitations came back even though I'm on a beta blocker for them as I have had MVP for the last 18 years. Also having extreme fatigue and feeling cold all the time with low grade fevers. Just had my TSH and it's .36 when it's always around 2.5. Can't remember it ever being in those low numbers. Never thought about the Euthyrox until today so I decided to check when Walmart switched my Levothyroxine. Low and behold, June of 2021. The rash started shortly afterwards along with excessive histamine in my body which my doctor has referred me to an allergist. Never had any histamine issues either until the same time when I was switched over to Euthyrox. I will be calling to get switched back to see if there's a change."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 18, 2022

"Absolutely horrible drug! I don't know why Walmart is substituting with this drug. I felt cold all the time .GOT SWOLLEN JOINTS, and blistered fingers. I have gone back to levothyroxine and don't trust pharmacy substitutions anymore thats for sure!"

• lsv
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 21, 2022

"My story is just like the others on this site. I went to Walmart they substituted my regular thyroid pills for this Euthyrox. My numbers went up and I am gaining weight. I am 5'3" and suppose to be 110 lbs. I just don't feel normal, but not too awful. I changed to Osco pharmacy for my regular pills & they never say they are out-of- stock and want to sub. I too am learning about Walmart & Euthyrox. I am told Euthyrox is brand not generic."

• beach...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 2, 2023

"I was prescribed Euthyrox and had taken it for 3 months. Unfortunately, my pharmacy did not have it in stock and gave me Levothyrox instead. After several days I started having a menstrual cycle which wouldn't be a huge issue however I've been through menopause and haven't had a cycle in 13 years. I was also experiencing severe pain in both my hips and my neck and severe fatigue. I contacted my doctor and pharmacist and am happy to report I'm back on the Euthyrox and I'm feeling much better."

• Jenny
• September 2, 2022

"I have been taking 125 mcg Levothyroxine for 30 years and every thing has been well. Walmart changed my prescription to Euthyrox and I have had chest pains, racing heart, followed by slow heartbeat, headaches and a general malaise. Do not take this medicine! Something is not right with it"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 19, 2022

"Awful. Walmart switched me to this from my normal levothyroxine. I have felt horrible for the last 2 weeks. Extreme fatigue, achy joints, anxiety etc. I realized this is the only thing that has changed so called them to refill my normal levo. Beyond frustrated that they switched me. Hopefully I start feeling better soon. I'm not sure how they can even do this."

• Lucille
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 1, 2022

"I took 50 mcg Euthyrox for 6 weeks and seemed to be ok. My provider wanted me to continue but I thought the dose was too high. I cut the dose by half, and then I started having heart arrhythmia which progressed to waking me up at night. Stopped taking the pills for 1 week and then took one dose (25mcg) and within 3 hours the symptoms came back."

• Starcie
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• November 17, 2022

"My heart is broken for everyone after reading all this. I have the same story of Walmart switching me without asking and telling me it’s exactly the same. I’ve had increased heart palpitations and chest pains, Weekly headaches, stiffness and thought I was just getting older!(47) My thyroid is larger & less efficient. Even though my numbers jumped so much lower than normal my doctor didn’t change anything and I am feeling tired every afternoon. I am changing doctors and I went to Publix this week because they had my old generic variation, as the Walmart here in Brunswick Georgia still does not carry the one I got from them for 10+ years, saying it’s a month+ wait for it. I tossed the stupid yellow packets & started the old pill 2 day a ago! I pray this solves some probs & this new med didn't cause permanent damage to any of us!"

• DONOT...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 1, 2022

"Same thing happened to me as everyone else is describing. I have taken Levo for over 15 years now and my levels have been fine. Walmart switched this on me and told me "It is the same thing just different packaging", I thought something was off but I went with it. I took them for two weeks, then I had my first black out. I had a hot flash, hard time breathing, and ran into the door until collapsing to the floor. I tried to dismiss it but then not even a week later I was with some friends and I felt totally fine when all the sudden I had the heat flash again. I tried to walk to the door and fell straight down to the floor. I tried to stand and fell again. Do not take this drug, it will cause you serious issues. I have also been feeling very tired and gaining weight since taking it. It doesn't do anything to benefit your body."

• Pat
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 3, 2024

"I actually requested my U.S. endocrinologist to specifically prescribe this brand Euthyrox. I feel so much better using this brand than Synthroid. I will happily put out an update if anything changes, but I’m hoping this will continue! Perhaps folks should give this a chance — they may be pleasantly surprised!"

• val
• December 1, 2020

"I went to Walmart, got thyroid meds filled. Didn't know it was different, til I got home. I called my doctor, had them to change it back to my old medicine."

• FayeC
• March 1, 2022

"I was switched to Euthyrox by Walmart. I was on Levothyroid. I have had a major drop in my TSH. I am taking 100msg. I guess I will have to switch pharmacies."

• Anonymous
• August 10, 2022

"Sick for a year before I figured it out!!! Do not take Euthyrox."

• Camper
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 10, 2021

"Hair loss even after taking several months, excessive not just a little. Not able to sleep, leg pain, achy joints. This is not the same."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 25, 2021

"The same as the other, been on over 30 days due to Walmart pharmacy changing, sick in many ways acid indigestion, neck pains,nasea, heart fluttering, muscle spasms in legs,irritable, on and on."

• Simpl...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• November 22, 2022

"My Walmart has finally switched back to Levothyroxine. I pray I start feeling normal again, because I have not felt good since Walmart changed to Euthyrox, without Doctor’s approval."

• Trisha
• Taken for 10 years or more
• September 21, 2022

"My thyroid tanked. I am so depressed. These pills have no active thyroid in them. Shame on you walmart"

• Me D
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 19, 2021

"A lot of kidney pain on my right side. There has to be a better med for under active thyroid."