Also known as: Levothroid, Levoxyl, Synthroid, Unithroid
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Reviews for levothyroxine systemic to treat Hypothyroidism, After Thyroid Removal
M.R (unregistered) said:
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levothyroxine: I have Grave's Disease and after treatment, my thyroid is hypoactive. My doctor put me on the Levothyroxine, but I struggle with constant fatigue and insomnia. I changed to Armour Thyroid a few months ago and noticed considerable improvements-- not only in my fatigue and energy levels, but in my mood. I struggle with depression while I'm on the levothyroxine, but I don't on the Armour Thyroid. Also, on the Armour Thyroid, my skin and hair were much healthier, my appetite and gastrointestinal system more regular, and what an incredible thing it was to actually sleep! I have had to go back to the Levothyroxine because of problems getting the Armour thyroid (it's on backorder). I have insomnia again and I'm always miserably tired.
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Synthroid (levothyroxine): I had my thyroid removed six weeks ago. I have been taking this medication, and have experienced weight gain, depression, and anxiety. I have not felt like myself at all.
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levothyroxine: Been taking it for over 1 year and have had loads of weight gain which in turn makes me feel tired all the time so I'm not a happy bunny. It's hard to tell if its just the fact that I've put on so much weight that makes me feel so bad or that its a genuine side effect.
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levothyroxine: Reviewers who have had deleterious symptoms after using this drug after thyroidectomy due to cancer were either overdosing or underdosing it. Adequate dosing has virtually no side effects for otherwise healthy patients.
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Synthroid (levothyroxine): I've been taking this medication for 30 years after my thyroid removal and it is great. I take a pill every morning and I feel good all day.
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Synthroid (levothyroxine): I have had my thyroid removed one year ago. Medication causes blurred vision. Some weight gain nothing significant that can't be worked off with exercise. But, even though I have this problem, it's better than previous symptoms, heart palpitations, sweating, losing 20lbs in less than a month without trying.
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Synthroid (levothyroxine): Used this medicine and it makes it very difficult to lose weight. Makes me have no appetite in the morning or the rest of the day. Mental clarity is hindered.
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levothyroxine: Got my thyroid out in November due to cancer. Started taking Levothyroxine and felt tired, depressed, gained weight, anxiety and thoughts of hopelessness.
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