Eltroxin User Reviews & Ratings
Eltroxin has an average rating of 4.9 out of 10 from a total of 9 reviews on Drugs.com. 44% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 56% reported a negative experience.
Condition | Avg. Rating | Reviews | Compare |
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Underactive Thyroid | 6 reviews for Underactive Thyroid | 39 medications | |
Hypothyroidism, After Thyroid Removal | 2 reviews for Hypothyroidism, After Thyroid Removal | 29 medications | |
Hashimoto's disease | 1 reviews for Hashimoto's disease | 29 medications |
- Lir...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- July 21, 2025
For Underactive Thyroid "I have been diagnosed with underactive thyroid/hypothyroidism. I was earlier prescribed levothyroxine, and the shops available here had the one in small plastic bottles. Dedicatedly, I took the medication, yet after testing again, there was no positive result. It didn't suit me. My skin was still very dry, my elbow and heels very rough, thick, calloused and cracking, very dry and rough, brittle hair, gaining weight nonstop. In September 2025, I went to another doctor for another reason, who took my thyroid test again. He prescribed me Eltroxin 25 mg, the one we get in a glass bottle. Yet again, I took it dedicatedly, as suggested by the doctor. This time I noticed there was a positive result-my hair felt better-no frizz, my elbow was softer, my heels aren't cracking anymore. This medicine has been quite suitable for me."
- mag...
- August 18, 2014
For Underactive Thyroid "Been taking Eltroxin for years for an underactive thyroid, stopped and never felt better."
Frequently asked questions
- Does levothyroxine cause weight gain or loss?
- What can I eat for breakfast after taking levothyroxine?
- Can I take other medications with levothyroxine?
- Does levothyroxine cause hair loss?
- Lil...
- Taken for 10 years or more
- August 2, 2020
For Underactive Thyroid "The new Eltroxin makes me very sick. I am not getting better. Bring the old Eltroxin back. Please, please. I beg you."
- Ang...
- Taken for 10 years or more
- October 24, 2018
For Underactive Thyroid "It's not good, makes me sick and gives cholesterol. I like the old Eltroxin. Bring it back."
- Sam...
- November 8, 2014
For Hypothyroidism, After Thyroid Removal "Felt normal after thyroid removal. A year after, as of now, I feel a bit slow and experience forgetfulness, not quick to remember, especially names."
- Fri...
- Taken for 5 to 10 years
- June 26, 2019
For Hashimoto's disease "Been on Eltroxin for 7 years. Also tried Euthyrox and Armour, but Eltroxin works best for me."
More FAQ
- How long after taking levothyroxine can you drink milk?
- How long does levothyroxine stay in your system?
- How soon after taking levothyroxine can I take omeprazole?
- What is the difference between Levoxyl and Synthroid?
- Tal...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- August 17, 2023
For Underactive Thyroid "So far, no obvious side effects. However, I am on other medications so I don't know quite how much interaction there is between the different meds."
- Mot...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- August 31, 2022
For Hypothyroidism, After Thyroid Removal "After some time of using Eltroxin, I started experiencing memory problems."
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For Underactive Thyroid "This drug is making me feel unwell with a lot of uncertainty. I have trouble breathing, hoarseness, tired aches in my legs and back, and difficulty swallowing, not to mention the effect it is having on my mental health. I consider myself a strong person mentally and physically. I have only been taking it for a month, as my pharmacist informed me I can no longer get the levothyroxine anymore, that I have been on for 16 years."