Does Nature-Throid require a prescription?
Yes, Nature-Throid does require a prescription which must be written by a doctor.
Nature-Throid is a natural desiccated thyroid replacement therapy obtained from pig thyroid glands. First released in the 1930s, it was one of the first available medications for hypothyroidism. It contains T4 & T3 replacement hormones and is available in 11 strengths ranging from ¼ grain (16.25 mg) to 3 grain (195 mg). It also contains naturally occurring thyroid cofactors T1, T2, calcitonin, and iodine (in trace amounts). Nature-Throid is not FDA approved.
References
- Nature-Throid (thyroid desiccated) Updated 05/2021. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/nature-throid.html
- Nature-Throid https://www.naturethroid.com/
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Why is there a shortage of Nature-Throid?
There is a shortage or limited availability of Nature-Throid because, during 2020, several recalls for Natural Desiccated Thyroid (NDT) medications, including Nature-Throid occurred. Other brands that were affected included NP Thyroid, and WP Thyroid. The main recall for Nature-Throid happened on September 3rd 2020. It included all lots and dosages of active Nature-Throid (as well as WP Thyroid) and was due to these tablets not containing enough thyroid hormone (these tablets were found to be sub potent). Continue reading
Who makes Nature-Throid and where is it manufactured?
Nature-Throid is made by RLC Labs located at 1850 E Riverview Dr, Phoenix, Arizona. RLC labs manufactures, labels and distributes porcine-derived thyroid drug tablets for human use under the brand names of Nature-Throid and WP Thyroid. Continue reading
How much does Nature-Throid cost without insurance?
Nature-Throid's retail price in 2021 was $29.09, but since 2021 there have been problems with the supply of Nature-Throid, and it has been unavailable. Compounding companies can make a compounded version of Nature-Throid that uses Thyroid USP which contains the same active ingredient as in the RLC branded product, but this is more expensive (average price $63). In general, Medicare prescription drug plans (Part D) do not cover this drug. Continue reading
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