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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