I started on levo a few weeks ago. Now it seems I am starving all the time and eating more than I am used to. Can this be a side effect? I thought if anything I would loose weight on levo... at this rate I will gain!
--Lisa
Does Levo make you hungry?
- Asked
- 28 May 2013 by Lisamander
- Updated
- 31 May 2013
- Topics
- levothyroxine, side effect, weight
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suzanne66
28 May 2013
Changes to appetite, increased appetite and weight loss are all reported side effects of levothyroxine. It is important to discuss this with your doctor.
https://www.drugs.com/sfx/levothyroxine-side-effects.html
Jan5
31 May 2013
I've been taking this for 3 years & have not noticed an increase in appetite. Are you taking other RX's? It could be the combo of the drugs reacting & causing you to crave certain foods. I always crave chocolate but now my hubby knows we can't be out of it. I just realized maybe levo does intensify our desire for certain foods or levo mixed with other RX cause food desires.
Further Information
- Levothyroxine Information for Consumers
- Levothyroxine Information for Healthcare Professionals (includes dosage details)
- Side Effects of Levothyroxine (detailed)
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