Tirosint User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 26, 2017

For Hypothyroidism, After Thyroid Removal "I have felt horrible for ten years since they removed my thyroid. I was told I didn't metabolize Synthroid properly. My doctor tried everything with negative results. I recently came across a published paper on the NIH website, and it mentioned Tirosint. My doctor had never heard of it, but she was willing to give it a try. That was two months ago, and I have never felt better. I know the drug is expensive, but there is a manufacturer's coupon online. I ended up paying $35.00, but I would gladly pay full price. That's how good it is!!!!"

• Pen...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 3, 2019

For Hashimoto's disease "After nature thyroid and Armour seemed to not be working, I was put on Tirosint by my endo. I felt great the first week or so, but since then I’ve had heart palpitations, fast heart rate, swollen legs and ankles, hair falling out, and in the short 2 months I’ve been on it, I put on 13 lbs. While all these symptoms were going on, my TSH was 0.20, which meant I was very hyperthyroid."

• che...
• October 10, 2011

For Underactive Thyroid "I was on Armour Compound 90 mg for the last 2 years but started on the new Armour formula and had trouble with too much T3, which led to hyperthyroidism. My endocrinologist changed me to Tirosint, a gel cap form that is easy on the system. They are individually packaged, I don't know why. After a few weeks, I had a flare of hives, itching, and some hair loss, but now I seem to be doing great! I will be excited to test my blood work to see the levels in a few weeks. I am hoping it will help with my fertility."

• sor...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 4, 2019

For Hypothyroidism, After Thyroid Removal "I loved it for the first month. Then, I developed agonizing headaches and chest pains. Had to go to the ER four times in pain. They could not do anything. Seven months later, I am still in pain and have to go to a gastro specialist to find out what is wrong in my stomach. It is really scary. I think it gave me some kind of ulcers in my stomach."

• Mim...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 19, 2018

For Hashimoto's disease "I've tried several different thyroid meds for Hashimoto's, and this is the worst I've felt by far! I couldn't go to the bathroom, couldn't eat, couldn't sleep, felt a lump in my throat, gained weight, was freezing cold, and ended up in the ER because of my stomach pains. I switched back to Armour Thyroid, but now need to see a gastroenterologist because my stomach is still suffering because of that dreaded Tirosint!!!!!"

• Anonymous
• August 6, 2012

For Hypothyroidism, After Thyroid Removal "I could not get my T3 or TSH regulated before this medicine, and now it is stable. I take this and wait about 1 hour before I eat, so I haven't had any stomach problems. It is easier for the system to absorb since it is a gel cap. If your doctor is reluctant to try one of the desiccated thyroid medicines, this may be an alternative for you."

• Mis...
• August 29, 2020

For Hypothyroidism, After Thyroid Removal "I was on name brand Synthroid from 2008 until 2019, my doctor switched me to Tirosint thinking that I would have less heart palpitations and better absorption. I was on 200 mcg of Synthroid, TSH was 0.01, I am now on 112 mcg of Tirosint with a TSH of 0.1. I gained a significant amount of weight, so my endo doctor added 5 mcg of T3, I have not lost any of the weight. Since starting Tirosint, my weight has increased from 116 lbs to 130-131. I exercise and move a lot and do watch what I eat, although I do allow sweets in moderation as I always have. I have also noticed an increase in hair loss, a lot of hair loss, and very dry hair, thankfully, I have thick hair, but the dryness is awful. Long story short, I don't believe Tirosint is the right medication for me as I have gained so much weight and lost a large amount of hair, even with the added T3, which didn't help to change the weight issues. I will be requesting to go back to name brand Synthroid with the added T3 to see if this helps."

• Jen...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• April 13, 2019

For Hypothyroidism, After Thyroid Removal "Same as the comments below. Tirosint is the only thing that has worked for me, and I’ve been on it for 10 years... but I just went to pick up my first prescription in 2019 and found that even after jumping through the hurdles of getting my insurance to entertain covering it, they will only cover $30 of the $150 per month. It’s too unaffordable, so I have no idea what I’m going to do now. Shame on this company for increasing prices when healthcare and insurance are already a joke."

• Jou...
• February 20, 2017

For Hashimoto's disease "I was started on levothyroxine, then Armour, and my symptoms were worse than before medication. Tirosint literally gave me my life back. Then new insurance made me try Nature-Throid. Back to the same misery that plagued me the better part of the year. Whatever the cause or effect in chemistry, I am immediately changing back. Brain fog, sore muscles, lethargy, fatigue, constant hunger, weight gain. Never again will I try another medicine."

• Big...
• November 16, 2019

For Hashimoto's disease "Hypo/Hsahis - 42 years. I recently moved, and I went to an endocrinologist who looked at the last several years of labs and advised she could see I was not absorbing meds, so she put me on Tirosint. My TSH was 14.99. Three weeks later, my TSH was 0.78. After that, depression, anxiety, irritability, mood swings, and major bathroom issues around the clock for a month. Went to the Mayo Clinic to figure this out, and after two months on Tirosint, my TSH was 43.2. No one believes I am taking meds. Yes, I am. Mayo put me on NP Thyroid last week. Tirosint had already done its damage to my gut. I ended up in the ER Monday with severe stomach pains, bloating, pressure, pain, and bleeding. A CT scan revealed ulcerative colitis. I took the med as prescribed. The doctor that prescribed it to me called me and told me that she can clearly see I stopped taking my medication over two weeks ago. No. I have no thyroid, my Hashis attacked it, and it is no longer there. I am 100% dependent on thyroid replacement now."

• Gen...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• September 1, 2022

For Hypothyroidism, After Thyroid Removal "Tirosint has changed my life. I have been sick and tired for more than a decade. I had both Hashimoto’s and Graves. Along with hyperparathyroidism that caused me to have constant kidney stones. All of this made life so miserable, I almost gave up. Eventually, I had a TT with parathyroidectomy. For 2 years, I fought with generic Levo and other thyroid replacement meds. I was so exhausted that I would fall asleep everywhere. My muscles ached like I had the flu, my breasts hurt like I was pregnant. I had migraines, constipation, my hair fell out, and I eventually filed for disability. I couldn’t take the correct dose because the meds made me feel worse. Then my PA suggested Tirosint. Within 2 weeks, I felt 15 years younger. The symptoms were all gone. I slept normally, could do things I hadn’t done in 15 years, and I got a job! I haven’t felt this good in so long that I want to tell everyone about Tirosint. If you feel even slightly icky on something else, try it! It is worth every penny!"

• Bab...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 23, 2019

For Hashimoto's disease "The Synthroid 75 stopped working after 11 years. I went back to Unithroid as my PPO plan said I had to document response. It was awful trying to get out of bed, paying attention to my tasks, remembering where I filed or put stuff. I felt like my self was in another universe. The PPO plan approved Tirosint, and gradually the cloud lifted. I've been on the same dose for over a year, and I've done well, although there are times that I think I could do better based on the medication level. My problem is that in 2019 the price went from $515 for a three-month supply to $1,423 for a three-month supply. So I guess I have to go back to higher levels of Unithroid. So freaking sad."

• She...
• April 6, 2015

For Underactive Thyroid "I have been on one form of hypothyroid meds for the last 20 years. I have used Tirosint for a year and a half. The only thing that I can say for it is the doctor loves it. I hate it. I was hoping it would help with my fatigue, swelling, and forgetfulness. The only thing that has changed for me is my cheeks are redder, I feel bloated all the time, and I am losing my hair. I'm still tired and still think I'm losing my mind. Logical worked better than all of them, including the Armui."

• Lau...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• December 13, 2023

For Hashimoto's disease "I am on Tirosint and also Armour. I cannot sleep, and my fingernails stay horrible. My TSH fluctuates. I feel better when it’s around 2.0, mine is 3.93. I fight fatigue and mentally lack ambition. I wonder if others have this same complaint."

• Nan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 11, 2020

For Hashimoto's disease "Started this at the new year. My hair is falling out like crazy. It's been very distressing to see. It says it can cause hair loss, but in time will correct itself. I really hope it stops soon! My numbers look good (or at least that is what my doctor thinks)."

• Flo...
• September 7, 2016

For Hashimoto's disease "I have Hashimoto's/hypothyroid and have been on Tirosint after being on Synthroid for the first 7 weeks of my diagnosis. I have been on it for 5 years and absolutely love it. No reaction as there are no fillers or dyes like the other synthetic drugs. Most recently, my doctor added a little T3, and I have never felt better."

• Hop...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 3, 2016

For Hashimoto's disease "I hope that the FDA is reviewing and testing Tirosint. Thought I was going to die after only taking a low dose of Tirosint for a few days. Chest pains, extreme disorientation, very sick, could not stop crying. The hospital did not know what to do. My pharmacist suggested drinking lots of water to get it out of me, which I did. Nightmare experience!!!"

• Car...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• March 28, 2017

For Hashimoto's disease "I was on Levoxyl for 15 years and had terrible side effects of reflux and asthma symptoms. The doctors had to put me on all kinds of asthma and GERD medications. Turns out it was the Levoxyl causing all those symptoms. Been on Tirosint for about 2 years and now off all GERD and asthma medications. My endo did not believe there was a correlation, I don't see her anymore. I feel pretty good on Tirosint, my new endo just upped my dosage, so hopefully I'll start losing some of the weight I gained when the old endo put me on a lower dose. All in all, I'd rather pay a higher price and feel better than have to deal with all the side effects from the Levoxyl."

• Doe...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 7, 2018

For Hashimoto's disease "I thought this med would be my silver bullet! I was so relieved and excited to try it. Five months in and no difference whatsoever! Even after multiple increases in dosage. Terribly disappointing as I had to fight to get it with insurance, etc., etc., etc. and it is not cheap! I feel I am out of options as generic levo did nothing and I’ve also tried Unithroid and Armor, which was worse than all of them combined! Armor is not worth all the praise it receives. I’m at a loss now. Gained over 25 MORE pounds on this Tirosint!"

• 178...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 11, 2018

For Hashimoto's disease "I had been on Synthroid for over 10 years for hypothyroidism. I was then diagnosed last year with Hashimoto's. I felt like the Synthroid was no longer working for me. I saw a new endocrinologist who gave me samples of Tirosint. I am a migraine sufferer and have been for years. I started getting headaches with the Tirosint that were different from my migraines. Not even two weeks after starting Tirosint, I had a headache so bad I could not stop puking. I ended up at the ER. As they started an IV and pain/nausea meds, they told me they needed to admit me to ICU. My heart rate was 166, and I was in AFIB. I have never had heart problems in my life, and there is no history in my family. Luckily, the drugs they were giving me in my IV put my heart back in rhythm, or they were going to have to stop/restart my heart. Once released from the hospital, I never took Tirosint again and went back to Synthroid. I am now permanently on Cardizem and an aspirin a day."

• nan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 21, 2019

For Hashimoto's disease "First of all, there are coupons for this, and I pick it up from Walmart for 28.30. Search coupons free for Tirosint. I first tried a company that is a scam company. They charged me 50 dollars, saying my medication was going to be 60 a month. Too late, I gave the scumbags my credit card and forget this bogus company out of Florida. The medication doesn't work for me, my hair falls out, I'm tired, and I'm gaining weight, so I'm going back to a compound which worked for me in the past. Good luck everyone with this. Uggh."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• October 21, 2017

For Underactive Thyroid "I had tried Armour thyroid, Synthroid DAW, compounded T3/T4, Cytomel, and Tirosint was able to control my TSH, T3, and T4 much more than the other drugs. I haven't needed to make many adjustments at all on the medication. I did lose a few pounds in the first month of switching to Tirosint as well."

• Tit...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 24, 2019

For Hashimoto's disease "I had a concern related to feeling bad, and now I have a problem. The doctor recommended Tirosint for 28 days. My results used to be optimal. I just got results, and my TSH is 9. I never ever had more than 1 after being medicated for 12 years. Feeling really frustrated."

• M77...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 10, 2013

For Hypothyroidism, After Thyroid Removal "Within 30 seconds after taking this medicine, my stomach becomes a volcano. I think it is something in the coating rather than the medicine itself. Discontinued use and am now on Armour 45 mg and Synthroid (not generic) 50 mcg. Am still working on blood levels, but after stopping Tirosint, my stomach problems ceased. Too bad, I was really excited by this new medicine."

• Luv...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 2, 2020

For Hypothyroidism, After Thyroid Removal "22 yrs since my cancer. Finally, I am doing well on Tirosint. Been on it for 8 weeks and 1 dosage change since my 6 wk TSH blood test. Feel better so far. I have been on many different dosages of Synthroid and levothyroxine, and there was never the same dosage for longer than 6 months. I am hopeful in finding the correct Tirosint dosage. Too many fillers in Synthroid/levothyroxine. My new endocrinologist and last endocrinologist suggested Tirosint."