Thyroxine Medication Information

Thyroxine Medication Facts

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Thyroxine medication..? i have a hypothyroid condition and is being proscribed thyroxine.. how will this medication affect my levels of TSH? and TRH?

blue2602001 replied: "It will keep you level you will have to get blood work once a mo to check your levels"

The Un-Cola replied: "It should lower yourTSH. TSH is on a negative feedback loop with T-4 as your T-4 normalizes you TSH will go down."

W W D replied: "Primary hypothyroidism is characterized by an elevated TSH, and normalizing the TSH level is a good surrogate marker to show the replacement dose is adequate. If the hypothyroidism is secondary to a pituitary failure or some other cause, of course, that's different altogether."

Thyroxine medication long term? What are the long term problems of taking Thyroxine, if any??

Johnka replied: "No apparent problems but you need regular checks to adjust dose."

Carole B replied: "I have been taking thyroxine for about 5 years now - and I can honestly say that I have had no bad side effects, only good. I used to be tired all the time, and could not stand the heat, and I was prone to weight gain easily. But since I have been on thyroxine things have been a lot better for me."

versantly replied: "it varies by patient. discuss all risks with your doctor BEFORE starting the med."

Theresa P replied: "no problems unless your dosage needs changed and you know this when you feel like you did before being diagnosed,tired etc."

xs.essex replied: "None provided the dose is checked by blood test every so often (Mine is tested annually). It is simply replacing a hormone your body is not producing. Problems would arise from NOT taking prescribes thyroxine."

Is thyroxine (prescription) medication available in South Korea? for hypothyroidism.... and what is it called there? Or should i just bring my own 6 month supply from Australia... which i think would be easier... (it's called oroxine or eutroxsig here) can i do this legally? is there an official list of personal medications able to be brought over there? Ta... :) will be there six months

Living In Korea replied: "Since your medication is Prescription, should the Korean Pharmacies have the medication available, you would not be able to get any refills without first seeing a Korean Doctor who would write the Prescription for you. Korean medication is gaining in reputation for the quality; a few years ago the Korean Government placed a lot of previous "over the counter" type medications on the "Prescription Only" list. The penalty is severe should a Korean Pharmacy be caught selling Prescription medication without the Doctor's Prescription. So long as you carry medical documentation with you when visiting South Korea, you should also bring enough of your medication for your visit. I would recommend your contacting a Korean Embassy or Counsulate where/close to where you reside and get all the up-to-date information you need, to include what paper documentation you will need. South Korea has severe penalties for illegally imported drugs which cannot be accounted for; this is why you would need paper documentation. Also, some paperwork from a South Korean Embassy or Counsulate where you live would also be a big bonus for you to carry with you."

Which thyroid medication worked best for you? I would like to hear from those who have tried both the synthetic medication (thyroxine, synthyroid) and the natural thyroid (Armour). Only real people who have hypothryroidism please!!!! No sales answers! Which works best?

DNA replied: "When I was first diagnosed I was put on Levoxyl. It did nothing at all for my symptoms, only gave me a great TSH. After 9 months of seeing no relief I sought out an endo to get on Armour. He refused Armour, but let me add a small amount of Cytomel to the Levoxyl. The added Cytomel helped a great deal with symptoms of fatigue, hairloss, and muscle and joint aches. I did this protocol for 2 years, then once day I decided I wanted to see if Armour made me feel even better, so I searched out another doctor. I got put on Armour, but the doctor didn't have a clue about adjusting it, so I left her. Now that I was on Armour, it was much esier finding a dotor who would keep me on it. I've been on Armour for 5 years now and it has made a huge difference in how I feel. The only symptoms I have are cold feet and ridged fingernails. I still struggle with losing weight, but I also have insulin resistance. If you decide to try a T4/T3 medication, the TSH should not be used. It is strictly for T4 meds and does not work well when T3 is added to the mix. It's the Free t4 and Free T3 that should be the guidelines. Remember to always test first thing in the morning while metabolism is low. *****About the other person's comment regarding Armour's constistency. This is not true. It's usualy a statement doctors use when they don't want to use the product. Synthroid has been recalled for inconsistency more than any other thyroid medication."

cynthia h replied: "I have been on synthroid for two years. no problems, but there are afew in my thyroid cancer group that had some allergic reactions to the fillers in it, switched to the other, levethyroxine (?) never generic. also, armour is not recommended for us because it is not consistent enough in dosage, which is what keeps our cancer from reappearing. You can only try one and see if it works for you. Always take it at the same time, with water, do not eat for at least 1/2 hour but usually they recommend 1 hour. do not take calcium within 4 hours (it slows down absorption) and the medication is very sensitive to heat (makes it weaker). hope all that helps."

hypothyroidism causes hair loss, medication for the disease causes hair loss, what do I do to stop going bald? Thyroxine, the medication, is a case of the cure being worse than the disease. It makes me feel horrible, and the doctor just tells me 'to continue taking the medication'.

marrsal replied: "That is a very hard question, because there is no simple answer. You should keep taking Thyroxine because if you dont, you will be bald and very very sick. Otherwise if you take it you are going to be bald and not too sick. You chose."

ponygirl replied: "Ask your doctor about a different thyroid medication.There are several available.Once you are on the right med and the right dose,you will feel better."

DNA replied: "There's another alternative....Armour thyroid. I switched to it 4 years ago when Levoxyl wasn't doing anything for my symptoms. Armour helps with hairloss, fatigue, depression, brain fog, and muscle and joint aches. I will provide links below that should help you come to a decision. There's no need to be suffering with symptoms. If your current med isn't working, it may be time for a different one."

Question about the use of thyroxine medication ? I'm thinking of using T3 tablets to further aid my weight loss. I've been on a bulking diet for the past 6 months. I have a lot of muscle on me now. I Definately want to use t3 for a short period of time but I'm a little concerned as i already have a slightly overactive thyroid. What are the implications ? No silly answers please. Regards, Oxy

REDY4NEthing replied: "I really wouldn't bother with T3 just to lose a few pounds. It would work but there are other things to consider such as the side effects and long term thyroid damage."

11:11 replied: "Really not a good idea to take medication you do not need. Here is a list of side effects for levothyroxine as listed at mayoclini.com. Symptoms of Overdose Change in consciousness Cold clammy skin Confusion Disorientation Fast, weak pulse Lightheadedness Loss of consciousness Sudden headache Sudden loss of coordination Sudden slurring of speech Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them: Less common Abdominal cramps Crying Depersonalization Dysphoria Emotionally rapidly changing moods Euphoria Excessive sweating Fear Feeling of warmth Hair loss Headache Increased appetite Mental depression Muscle weakness Nervousness Paranoia Quick to react or overreact Redness of the face, neck, arms, and occasionally, upper chest Restlessness Trouble getting pregnant Trouble sitting still Trouble sleeping Unable to sleep Unusual tiredness or weakness Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional. If you'll notice, one of the side effects is an increase in appetite."

I'm going to Australia for a year. Will i be able to recieve my vital medication? I've just been granted a working holiday visa to Australia. I have to take thyroxine permanently and im not sure wether i will be able to get my medication over there or will i need to take a years supply with me?

Vicki R replied: "Thyroxine is a drug available in Australia on prescription, which means that you must have a medical practitioner (doctor) prescribe it for you. You do not need to bring a year's supply. But you will have to visit a doctor while you are here and receive a new prescription in order to purchase it from a pharmacy (chemist). Certain limits are imposed on the amounts of drugs that you carry through customs on arrival in Australia. It would be a good idea for you to check with immigrations on the limit of the drug you can bring in, or bring some sort of information regarding your condition so that you can get a prescription for the drug from an Australian doctor."

Ozmaniac replied: "It will probably be cheaper and easier if you take supplies for the entire year. Of course, it is available in Australia on an Australian prescription (only), but you would need to visit and Australian doctor to get the scrip ($50 - $60) and then pay for each month's supply - at least $30 per month, perhaps more. If you decide to bring 12 month's medication, it would probably be wise to get a letter from your doctor or pharmacist and you should declare them as you go through customs - just in case."

petedavo replied: "You don't say where your from. This can have a huge impact on the "right answer". Certain countries have reciprocal Medicare arrangements with Australia. USA does not, so you have to pay in full any visits to a doctor or a public hospital, and you will not get PBS pricing on drugs. - so bring prescriptions with you, or arrange for your doctor to write a letter to a local doctor to arrange something. Whereas, if your from a Country like the UK that does have reciprocal Medicare agreement then you can access emergency care at Public Hospitals for free and you might be able to get Medicare refunds and PBS pricing for other services and drugs. Most Doctors, General Practitioners, will charge you the Australian Medical Association scheduled fee. This is not the same as the Medicare schedule which is much less. If you find one that will charge you the Medicare Benefits Schedule fee (set by the Federal Government) then it will be much cheaper. (Australians have a scheme called Medicare that reimburses 85% of the MBS, not the AMA schedule which Doctors actually base their fees upon). The Australian Government has signed Reciprocal Health Care Agreements with the governments of the Republic of Ireland and New Zealand, United Kingdom, Sweden, the Netherlands, Finland, Norway, Malta and Italy which entitles you to limited subsidised health services for medically necessary treatment while visiting Australia. If your country does not have a RHCA, (eg: Canada and USA) then you will have to pay 100% of the cost of medicines, and Hospital fees. You will not be able to obtain free treatment at a Public Hospital, nor get PBS discounts on Medicine. The recommended AMA fee from January 2008 is $60.00 AUD for a Level B consultation (General Practitioner's ~ 15 minutes)."

Lesh replied: "'petedavo' has given you a very comprehensive answer. One important point though. Thyroxine in Australia now comes in 200 tablets per script. This is four bottles. Tablet sizes are 50mcg and /or 100mcg normally. From your dosage level you should be able to calculate how many months this supply will last. Information with the supply of Thyroxine says that the full supply should be refrigerated with only one bottle being being removed from the refrigerator at a time as required. This one bottle need not be refrigerated while being used. This information is particularly important in Australia because you may be in areas with fairly warm climatic conditions depending when you are here and where you are. If you brought a full years supply with you, your medication may become ineffective before you have finished it all without refrigeration. Thyroxine is a common medication on our PBS list and if you qualify for access to the PBS it costs approx AU$18 to AU$28 for the 200 tablets on the PBS( the subsidised Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme). Ironically it may in some pharmacies be cheaper as a private script, AU$19.95 at one pharmacy. You may find Thyroxine marketed as Oroxine or Eutroxsig in Australia."

how quick will i lose weight on thyroxine tablets? i have been diagnosed with an underactive thyroid and have been put on thyroxine tablets. because of my underactive thyriod i have put on a lot of weight the past year (when the symptoms started) i was wondering how long will it take for my wieght to come off now im on the right tablets? and will this weight come off easier because it was not put on by over eating but by my thyriod condition? has anyone used this medication before. advice please?

puddin_xox replied: "Its gonna be hard to lose at first... but after awhile it will come off regularly as long as your eating right and exercising. Good Luck :)"

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What happens if a Hyperthyroidism takes Thyroxine?need an answer ASAP! thanks? Hyperthyroidism is an over active thyroid while Thyroxine is a medication for an underactive thyroid.

Phoenix Rising replied: "If a person has hyperthyroidism and takes thyroxine, which, as you correctly state, is for an under active thyroid--then it should obviously stand to reason that the thyroxine will STIMULATE the thyroid, and possibly drive it into a stronger hyper state. IT WOULD BE MOST UNWISE to do anything concerning thyroid medication without first consulting your physician. This is not something to play around with. It may be possible that the thyroxine will induce a "thyroid storm" which is VERY DANGEROUS AND COULD BE LIFE-THREATENING. Persons who experience thyroid storms--sudden, great increase in body temperature, heart rate and blood pressure, need to be taken to an emergency room IMMEDIATELY. Again, PHONE YOUR DOC, NOW. If you can't reach him/her and wish a further explanation, speak with your prescribing pharmacist ASAP. Do yourself a big favor and STOP AND THINK BEFORE YOU ACT AND PLAY DOCTOR. Alternative Health Care Practitioner"

Dnarose replied: "You could possibly have a heart attack because your heart would be extremely fast. You'd probably have severe diarrhea as well and feel really shakey."

jehut replied: "Don't do that! You could go into cardiac arrest!"

How can a peron who has hypothyroid know that the dosage of thyroxine is enough for him? Has hypothyroid and taking medication but still feels very tired and know my memory has not fully come back. M studying and worried that i might not catch up.

yah yah sisterhood replied: "Regular blood tests are the only way to ensure you get enough thryroxin in your system remember it will take time to work I know I have Grave's Decease and take it thyroid medication every day like you do also my thyroid would not settle and I had to have its funtion ceased now my levels have to be checked regular I feel a little like you at the moment tired and memory loss which I know is very frustrating go to your doctor and have a test this will soon be put to rights good luck and feel better soon"

Dnarose replied: "Morning blood tests will show if you are on enough medication. Keep in mind that some doctors will keep you in the high end of normal and for most symptoms will not be relieved. With T4, most feel best with a morning TSH around 1.0. If symptoms are still present at a 1.0, then perhaps a T4/T3 medication like Armour or Thyrolar may help. Links on thyroid below"