Thyroid desiccated for Hypothyroidism, After Thyroid Removal User Reviews (Page 3)

• For...
• November 3, 2009

Thyroid desiccated "Was diagnosed as hypothyroid and started immediately on Armour. Actually gained weight on it, despite a strict diet and exercise. Always felt very bloated in the abdomen while taking it and still felt tired. During the time I was on it, they reformulated it, and I felt even worse. Switched over to a combination of Levoxyl and Cytomel. Felt more energetic and even lost a bit of the weight. Armour may work well for some, but it just didn't do anything for me."

• Cal...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 12, 2021

Thyroid desiccated "I had a total thyroid removal in February and was started on Levothyroxine 125 mcg. In March, my TSH was 7.5, so my NP increased it to 175 mcg. I began to have terrible side effects and possible allergic reactions. She switched me to a low dose of Armour. I was feeling terrible after a week. My TSH had increased to 32.9. She increased my dose to 60 mg twice a day. I started having horrible side effects, depressed, anxious, BP increased, very irritable, could not sleep. I stopped taking it for 24 hours and already feel better. Now I will have to try something else."

• Zer...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 2, 2017

Thyroid desiccated "Complete Thyroidectomy for cancer and two HUGE goiters with several nodules; which were crushing my esophagus. Immediately put on Thyroxine and became deathly ill within 2 days. I malabsorb Thyroxine and am severely allergic to lactose, acacia (grass), and sugar. Dr. insisted on increasing dosage, rather than listening to me; as seems to be the usual. I am still looking for a Dr. with more knowledge about Armour Thyroid than me, because I am still very ill. But, I would have DIED on Thyroxine and IF I had kept WATCHING my goiter. The surgeon came out shocked by the 'grapefruit' size. Cancer was almost secondary. Drs. aren't even being taught about Armour Thyroid today. So sad and SO FRIGHTENING. Is this a way to kill off more seniors?"

• ele...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 14, 2016

Thyroid desiccated "Prescribed 1 grain split daytime dosage of Armour Thyroid. After the 2nd day, each time I took the 1/2 dosage, I had a slight sore throat and eyes itching and irritated. This happened every time and became progressively worse daily until 8 days later, I could not take the side effects anymore and had to stop taking it. Allergist tested positive for allergy to egg whites and dairy. I had ingested both of these products in one way or another on the days that I took the Armour, so figured it was the egg/dairy allergy and not the Armour. Allergist took skin/oral test with the Armour and no signs of an allergic reaction to it. Tried it again, 1 hour after each dose, same symptoms, no more Armour for me!!! Now I seem to be allergic to everything!!"

• Max...
• November 28, 2020

Thyroid desiccated "I was diagnosed with 2 thyroid nodules in Sep 2019. My endo immediately recommended total removal. Said the nodules would eventually obstruct my ability to swallow and breathe. Oh yeah, the biopsy was non-cancerous. Had the surgery in Oct 2019. Since then, my life has been a roller coaster of symptoms and problems: digestive, muscle aches and pains, vision, anxiety, and depression. I was started on Levothyroxine 137 mcg. Did not work. Switched to Synthroid 137 mcg. After one month, the doc added Cytomel (T3) 25 mcg. Had palpitations right after I started taking it. Was told to take half the T3 pill. Now I developed acid reflux problems and was prescribed Protonix. Feel tired all day, nauseous, lightheaded with a metallic taste in my mouth. Lastly, my labs keep coming back perfect. I am so desperate. I want to try Armour Thyroid but am afraid of the unknown. Thoughts? I need help. I’m 50 years old and the sole breadwinner of my family."

• Pun...
• March 15, 2019

Thyroid desiccated "TSH went up from 1.3 to 12.8 while taking NP Thyroid. It did nothing for me but cause terrible brain fog, joint pain, stomach issues, etc. Going back to Levothyroxine and going to add a small amount of T3."

• J S...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• January 1, 2024

Thyroid desiccated "2 years ago my health insurance changed and they no longer covered my Synthroid prescription. I was upset at first, but since I switched to NP Thyroid, I have maintained a lower weight and I have more energy. My dosage was adjusted only once and has been the same for the last couple of years. I will never go back to a synthetic drug like Synthroid or levo."

• Gra...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 22, 2015

Thyroid desiccated "I have only 1 lobe of thyroid after having a weird mass. For 2 years, the thyroid seemed to do okay. Then, bam, I became underactive. I flat out told my Dr. NO synthetics. I wanted to try Armour. I have been taking NP Thyroid for almost 3 weeks. I do feel somewhat better but have noticed an extreme swing in my mood for an hour or so after taking it. Also, I feel like I want to eat like there is no tomorrow."

• Tam...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 12, 2019

Thyroid desiccated "I've been on various thyroid replacement hormone therapy. I find that products that are natural work, Armour Thyroid and Nature-Throid. Both are equally the same for me. It would be nice if my dosage could stay the same, but since surgery, I find my dosage switching to lower or higher depending on my stress levels and whenever I lose or gain weight. Both affect my reaction to the medication, but I guess that's a part of life. I just wish one pill and one dose fit, no matter what. I give this medicine a 9 because it's more expensive and hard to find."

• All...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 9, 2017

"Oh my God, these pills are amazing. I had a friend suggest I look into them, and so I went to a naturopath. The difference between levothyroxine and desiccated is huge! Since day one of taking naturally desiccated thyroid, I have had energy that I haven't experienced since before puberty, and I'm almost 30! I had the flu and a sinus infection, as well as a lung infection, and I switched over during that time, and even though I wanted to rest my body, I couldn't stop cleaning my house. I'm feeling better now, of course, and the energy hasn't died down. I actually caught up on laundry, and as a mother, I didn't think that was possible... I highly recommend this to anyone looking to get more energy."

• Arl...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 7, 2018

Thyroid desiccated "So happy with Nature-Throid. I needed a change after 15 years with Levoxyl because my provider wanted to lower that drug’s dosage, which I couldn’t tolerate. Two months into Nature-Throid, I’m feeling very good. I was concerned that I’d experience mood swings, tingling, joint pain, and the like, but so far, all I have is a little weight gain."

• Vic...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• December 26, 2020

Thyroid desiccated "I have been on NP for several years. I did notice the change in smell about a year ago, which I thought odd, everyone used the exact words to describe it. I am optimal in NP. I have not had any problems. I do take 240 mg a day, or 4 grains. My doctor is very on top of thyroid problems. I would not jump to take Armour because a website claims it’s the only thing that works."

• Thy...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 11, 2021

Thyroid desiccated "I began NP a couple of weeks ago. The third day, I developed bad headaches and was dizzy. This past weekend, my BP soared and I began having heart palpitations. I stopped it today, and this evening I am beginning to improve. I will never take NP again."

• Lar...
• October 22, 2019

Thyroid desiccated "I had been on this for many years, but the continuing shortage and inability to get this drug in Ontario is too frustrating. I have to get it prepared at a compound pharmacy, and the cost is ridiculous as my insurance will not cover it (costs about $170 CAD for a 3-month supply). I finally decided I would have to switch."

• Reb...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• September 21, 2022

Thyroid desiccated "I had a removal of my thyroid, and I was put on three other medications beforehand, but then I was put on Nature-Throid. I did wonderful, no side effects. I had no weight gain, I slept well, no sweating. I didn’t have any side effects whatsoever, I felt great. Now they’ve taken Nature-Throid off the market, and we are all waiting for it to come back on the market. I am on Amor now, and I have gained a lot of weight. I have got head fog so bad, muscle weakness, no energy. I can’t go to bed, I feel like I’m going insane. I need to be put back on Nature-Throid."

• lkb...
• September 16, 2008

"I had my thyroid out in 2000, and it is now 2008. When I first had my thyroid out, my doctor put me on Synthroid and would just look at the total TSH. Then I switched doctors because I felt horrible and put on so much weight to find out my T3 and free T3 were very low. It was possible my body was having a tough time converting T4 to T3, and the doctor switched me to Armour Thyroid, and it was a lifesaver."

• pin...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• November 28, 2021

Thyroid desiccated "I had my right thyroid removed 4 years ago. They started me out on levothyroxine 50 mg. My side effects were itchy eyes, brain fog, and tired every day around 4:00. The doctor changed my medication to Armour 30 mg and 15 mg. I loved it for 3 years. The start of my 4 years was good until July 2021. Side effects were bad weight gain, brain fog so bad I was having trouble with having a conversation. I was tired too. I just did not put two and two together and realized it was my thyroid medication. Saw the doctor in October, told her my side effects, told her I stopped taking the 15 mg Armour, and the side effects lessened. My blood work came back with my TSH off the charts. She now has me on Armour 30 mg and levothyroxine 50 mg. My side effects now are losing my hair, tired, cold, weight gain. I have only been on this for a month and a half. I am hoping it will lessen over time."

• Don...
• January 6, 2015

Thyroid desiccated "My energy is back to where it used to be. I feel normal."

• kal...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 15, 2013

Thyroid desiccated "Armour Thyroid gave back my happy life."

• Mat...
• October 14, 2019

Thyroid desiccated "I've been taking NT for several years. I feel great on it and did not have weight gain or hair loss. I switched to it after Armour changed its formula and never looked back."

• Ei ...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• June 18, 2019

Thyroid desiccated "The old WP worked great. Since its return after being unavailable, it has been junk. Like a sugar pill. Going back to Synthroid. Don’t waste your time or money on WP."

• Cuc...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 30, 2019

Thyroid desiccated "Just got a new script, and it smells and tastes horrible. Terrible aftertaste. Brushing teeth doesn’t even help. Took one dose this morning. Calling the pharmacy and doctor as soon as they open."

• Mop...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• January 5, 2020

Thyroid desiccated "Started on Levothyroid. Changed to desiccated thyroid. Went from 'the blob on the couch' to better than before removal. The NP is GREAT."

• Tri...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 24, 2019

Thyroid desiccated "Smelled rotten, and I have had 3 seizures since I was on it! Went to the ER and switched back to Levothyroxine. I am starting to feel better now."

• NP...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 5, 2021

Thyroid desiccated "This thyroid medication caused me to have a horrible pseudogout attack that caused an ER visit and weeks of pain."