Tirosint User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

• Lov...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 23, 2016

For Hypothyroidism, After Thyroid Removal "I was on levothyroxine for a year after my cancer surgery/thyroid removal. It was the worst year of my life. I was seriously hating life because I hurt every single day. Muscle aches, swelling, every symptom you can imagine. Weight gain was the worst. I fired my endo and waited two months to see the new one. If I wasn't married, I'd propose to the man. In three weeks, my life has changed. I can go to the gym and not feel like I have been hit by a truck. No muscle aches. I have lost 9 lbs. Brain fog is lifting. I sleep better, and I don't feel like a 47-year-old stuck in a 90-year-old body. I will pay ANY amount of money, and I will NEVER go back."

• bba...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 20, 2020

For Underactive Thyroid "I have been on several thyroid medications for over 8 years. I was always tired, had fatigue, experienced hair loss, and extreme weight gain. I started Tirosint, and instantly I started feeling better."

• Ver...
• March 30, 2015

For Underactive Thyroid "My disabled brother was previously prescribed generic levothyroxine and brand name Synthroid. On both, he was basically in a continual state of lethargy to the point where he would fall asleep on the commode or at the dining table. Never heard of Tirosint until requesting help. This medicine has been incredible. No more lethargy and continuous sleeping during the day. Family members have commented that he is more alert, engaged and seems to be happy. They would be correct!"

• Anonymous
• August 11, 2019

For Underactive Thyroid "I have to say I was excited to try Tirosint, but after roughly 8-9 weeks, I started to notice tingling in my legs and left arm. I also noticed redness on my chest and vision issues. I wouldn’t have thought it was the medication, but since I don’t take it one day out of the week, usually every Sunday, I would start to feel better by the end of the day. Once I started to take it again on Mondays, my usual schedule, usually by 4 hours later, I started to get the tingling feeling again. My legs felt weak, and my knees and joints were hurting. I do better on Synthroid."

• thy...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 7, 2024

For Hypothyroidism, After Thyroid Removal "Tirosint is the lesser of all the evils for me. When my levels are good (below a 2), then I feel wonderful and am functioning well. If they dip, I feel like everything goes haywire. If I'm too suppressed, my period goes crazy. Serious anxiety in the form of obsessive worrying. If my dose is too low, my period just stops, my face puffs up. I can't sleep. Neurological issues. Acne. I do better having my levels checked every 3 months. I skip my dose on lab day and take it immediately afterwards. This has kept me pretty close to the 2 range. I'm a woman, so healthcare professionals disregard me and my symptoms, so I'm just writing this hoping it will help another woman."

• Van...
• August 8, 2018

For Underactive Thyroid "Great medication for those who have absorption issues (Celiac, dairy intolerances, etc.) and no T3 conversion problems. On that note, you will find that a specific dose of Tirosint will feel much higher than that same dose in regular Levothyroxine, for example. As a gel cap with no fillers, more medication is able to absorb into your system. Start with a much lower dose than you think you need and work your way up. Over the past 10 years, I've tried Armour Thyroid, NP Thyroid, NatureThroid, Levothyroxine, and Synthroid. With all the other medications, I always felt like I was constantly increasing my dose. At one point, I was on 200 mcg of Levothyroxine. I'm now taking 25 mcg of Tirosint 5-6 days a week. My levels have never been as 'steady' as they are with Tirosint, and it's nice to know I only need a small dose of it as opposed to depending on such a large dose on a daily basis. The only downside is the price, but it makes a world of difference."

• Jai...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 29, 2019

For Underactive Thyroid "I was on a low dose for 2 weeks and developed a rash and sore throat. I thought it was a virus. After 2 more weeks, I developed a severe headache, neck pain, and dizziness. Stopped the medication 5 days ago and am still having issues, but the severe headache is less. Not sure how long it will be before it is all out of my system."

• Sal...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 7, 2020

For Hashimoto's disease "I was prescribed Tirosint-SOL in May 2020 for Hashimoto's disease. The first month was fine with slight heart racing at night. Then on July 1, I had chest pains during the night. I stopped taking Tirosint and called my doctor. At first, I thought it was COVID-19, and I got tested - it was negative. I stopped taking all thyroid medicine. I had chest pains throughout July. Well, long story short, I had an emergency triple bypass operation on July 27. I am 65 years old and without any other health issues. I do NOT recommend this medication. The side effects can be awful. I do not want anyone to go through this experience."

• Kat...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 12, 2019

For Hypothyroidism, After Thyroid Removal "I have been on Tirosint for 21 months along with a T3 only med. But for the past month, I have been exhibiting hypo symptoms when nothing else has changed. This is for the 100 mcg dosage. I called the number on the box and reported my symptoms. The woman said she has been getting other complaints recently, too. What's important to note is that in December 2018, Tirosint changed distributors. I think there is a batch consistency issue. I am sleeping 12 hours a night, having depression (nothing changed in my life), increased joint pain, and severe fatigue. The only reason I rated it an 8 is because for the first year and a half, with the old distributor, I had no issues. I REALLY don't want to change thyroid meds again. That would be devastating."

• Anonymous
• August 23, 2019

For Hashimoto's disease "I started taking this drug, Tirosint, a year ago and initially felt more awake, energetic, and happier. I lost some weight and was back to a comfortable maintenance weight pre-thyroid issues, but in the past few months, I have gained it all back and then some more. I honestly notice no difference in my energy levels now and, in fact, notice my immune system is much worse than before. I think this may all be due to the recent change in manufacturer, as all the side effects have shown up since early this year, but I’m ready to be off this drug."

• Jo ...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• July 8, 2018

For Underactive Thyroid "For underactive thyroid, I was first given Synthroid. I had very bad side effects, which included feeling very hyped up, terrible insomnia, and anxiety out the roof. I felt crazy, like I was on street drugs or something! Horrible experience that went on for many weeks. I finally was able to see an endo, who right away put me on Tirosint. Wow, what a difference! No side effects. It took almost one year to get my levels right and my medication dose settled in, but it was worth it. In the short term, I felt much better after about a month. My doctor says the dyes and other fillers could have been causing my previous reaction. I am super sensitive to drugs and will not take over-the-counter meds or anything because of this. Tirosint is worth the extra cost if you are having problems like mine. They do offer a $35.00 coupon good for 18 months online if insurance won't pick up the cost."

• atr...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 21, 2013

For Underactive Thyroid "I was on Tirosint for over 6 months, and during that time, I've had fluctuating blood pressure, a sore neck and throat, sleepless nights, nervousness, and generally not feeling well. While it may work for some, it didn't work for me. I am now on the natural hormone Armour Thyroid, and I hope to stay on it."

• JSm...
• January 28, 2016

For Hashimoto's disease "Best thyroid drug for people who have had problems with fillers used in other thyroid medications. This drug has changed my life for the better. I have tried many different thyroid medications and was ill on all of them with many trips to the ER because of horrible reactions. After 9 years feeling sick with multiple symptoms, I finally discovered I was allergic to the fillers used in most thyroid medicines. I will say Tirosint is stronger than other thyroid meds and I had to drop my usual dosage of 150 to 125 and have had to slowly work my way back up. I think a lot of people who are having problems with this medicine is the fact that they start on their regular dose and it is too high, causing hyper symptoms."

• Smi...
• February 20, 2015

For Underactive Thyroid "The only problem with Tirosint capsules is the out-of-pocket price... We are low fixed income due to my hubby, who is an Elderly Disabled Vet, and I must be home taking care of him, so nearly $44/mo comes out of the grocery $, Yet I prefer Tirosint capsules over any other thyroid meds I have had because I have not had any negative reaction to it like I have with all the others I have tried, Levothyroxine tablets give me big migraines. With Armour, I have an allergic reaction that makes me feel like a zombie."

• COM...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• November 10, 2014

For Hashimoto's disease "I started on Tirosint when they stopped making Levoxyl. I had tried the generic Levothyroxine, but I am lactose intolerant, and the fillers in them did not work well for me. I've been taking Tirosint for two years now, and I have never felt better. My TSH levels are optimal, I have better energy, sleep better, and the bloated feeling I had with the generic is gone."

• 24a...
• August 19, 2013

For Hypothyroidism, After Thyroid Removal "I started Tirosint after Levoxyl was taken from the market. It is the best. I take this in combination with Liothyronine. Aside from insomnia, which I have experienced with every other medicine as well, and I've taken them all, this is the best I've felt in years."

• Jud...
• August 12, 2013

For Hashimoto's disease "I had tried several tablet forms of levothyroxine, all of them causing terrible problems with my stomach. I have absolutely no problems with Tirosint so I love it, but my insurance company pays nothing for it and the manufacturers keep raising the price. Initially it was about $75 for an 84-day supply, this year in Feb. & May, I paid $86, and when I filled a new prescription a few days ago, the price has gone up another $20, and I'm paying $105."

• Mar...
• April 18, 2016

For Hashimoto's disease "Tirosint has been the best med I've taken for Hashimoto's thus far. I tried Westhroid, which is NDT (because I've read such good things about it online), and it was terrible. I went hyperthyroid in a big way and had a panic attack at work. Immediately went back to Tirosint. I also take compounded T3 as needed, which is extremely helpful. I do hate that I have to pay out of pocket for it each month (BCBS FEP), but it's worth it to feel normal. It's also important to add that I am completely gluten-free and heavily limit my processed sugar and dairy intake, that has been crucial in the healing process, and no thyroid medication will solve your problems if you have a poor diet."

• hbr...
• June 10, 2016

For Underactive Thyroid "I was on the edge of hypothyroidism but not fully diagnosed because my TSH wasn't considered high enough to be classified. However, I had most of the symptoms, so I was given a low dose of a thyroid medication. I was so sick that I ended up in the ER with a horrible migraine and throwing up for 14 hours. My doctor switched me to Tirosint, same dose as before, and I have no side effects. I am finally feeling human, I am not so tired, I am more alert and focused, and my TSH level has improved significantly."

• Toa...
• December 6, 2018

For Hashimoto's disease "I was on Nature-Throid, but I had trouble taking the two doses every day, so it was not working for me. Tirosint is only one dose per day (I take 200 mcg). I am a 35-year-old female and have a 5-year-old. Before Tirosint, my energy levels were always low, I felt like a walking zombie. Nature-Throid worked okay, but no big improvements. On Tirosint, I can get through the day without feeling like I will crash when I get home. I struggled after giving birth, my libido went down the drain. Tirosint has done wonders for my sexual health in the short 3 weeks I’ve been on it. I also have absorption problems, and Tirosint is best for people who have lactose intolerance and absorption issues. I love Tirosint. It’s a blessing, truly. I am 5 feet and 177 lbs (obese because of thyroid). Tirosint has also helped me eat less. I only lost one lb so far, but honestly, the weight loss is secondary, the fact that I don’t feel dead AND my libido is back is more than enough three weeks into it."

• Ree...
• August 11, 2019

For Hypothyroidism, After Thyroid Removal "Graves disease/RAI diagnosed 2004. Today is day 19 on Tirosint. I have rapid heart heartbeat, shortness of breath, waking up gasping for air, body sore in the weirdest places, hips, calves, under both armpits, as if they are bruised. Major anxiety, I feel like I am vibrating throughout my entire body, shaking so bad I sliced my finger open cutting veggies earlier. Zero history of any sort of anxiety issues. Have experienced a few episodes of leg cramping, but the seized muscle from my neck down into my shoulder on the left side is very painful. Maybe the dose is too high because it is a concentrated, more natural version, which I understand, not chancing anything more serious. I have read wonderful reviews about this medication, and we are all different, this is simply my experience."

• Luv...
• March 22, 2015

For Hashimoto's disease "Just switched from Synthroid. I had been on Synthroid for about 9 years. No fillers. No brain fog. So far, I feel really good. A lot more expensive. But I don't care. A lot more energy. Much better medicine. Try it!"

• Exe...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 13, 2018

For Underactive Thyroid "Tirosint saved my life after many years of Synthroid making me gain weight for no reason and failing to keep my levels stable, despite dosage increases. Every doctor I went to brushed off my concerns until finally one mentioned Tirosint. I am finally able to lose weight instead of gain, and my thyroid levels have never been better."

• Pat...
• June 23, 2016

For Underactive Thyroid "I have had trouble with my hypothyroidism for 40 years. For the last 4 years, it has been out of control. I can't keep my levels good. I fall asleep at the drop of a pin and I am tired all the time. My doctor put me on Tirosint. At first, I felt like a million bucks! Then the panic attacks started, along with bad cramps in my legs and feet. But the worst was feeling like I was in a constant state of diverticulitis. I was taking pain meds and on antibiotics for weeks! Then I stopped taking it. It went away. It has only been a couple of days, but my belly is feeling better. However, my anxiety is still running at a 9, along with irritability."

• Luc...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 27, 2023

For Hashimoto's disease "Switched over from taking Levo 125 and now taking Tirosint 125. My main issues with Tirosint are chronic insomnia followed by a long list of other symptoms. Overall, I cannot even function on this medication as a person. I am currently getting insomnia on Tuesday morning, 27th June 2023, at 2:44 am. Here are some of my notes about how I feel on Tirosint right now, daily insomnia, awkward anxiety, depression, brain fog, feeling out-of-place in public, and feeling out-of-place at home. Multiple times, I've had panic attacks and have had to take a walk in my neighborhood just to shake off this dreadful feeling of doom. Also, I'm really cold all the time. Either this medication works TOO WELL OR IT DOESN'T WORK AT ALL. I took Tirosint 150mcg in the past, and it was enjoyable, but these current batches of Tirosint have caused me nothing but suffering. I've tried taking Tirosint at least 4 different times over the past 5 months. Stay with Synthroid or Levo."