Levo-t (levothyroxine sodium) Side Effects, Uses Dosages
Side Effects for Levo-t (levothyroxine sodium)
I believe this medication has caused me to have liver issues and tummy issues, I've tried to go off it 2 times only to have my thyroid go crazy! And not to mention my mental health on this aswellI also got tinnitus about 12 years ago, I believe it’s from this medication. It’s hard to believ such a little pill can cause so much trouble in the body!! Not happy
I had been taking Levothyroxine for about 10 years. Started with 25 MG, was advanced to 75 MG. Upon moving, I misplaced the meds for months. Upon going back on 75 MG from 0 MG, I developed Tinnitus around the clock. That was 4 years ago. I asked Dr to prescribe natural Armour type (Thyroid brand). I took for 4 years - still had Tinnitus. Recently, for some reason, Dr prescribed Levo for me again (50 MG). Sometimes I think the Tinnitus is worse, and my hair is starting to fall out. I am looking for natural (no meds) solution - FIND THE CAUSE - NO BANDAIDS ON THE PROBLEM, PLEASE!
Went for a hearing test, and the Tech showed me a full page list of meds that could cause Tinnitus and hearing loss. Levo was not on it, but I am still convinced it caused the T because of the timing.
I had been taking Levothyroxine for about 10 years. Started with 25 MG, was advanced to 75 MG. Upon moving, I misplaced the meds for months. Upon going back on 75 MG from 0 MG, I developed Tinnitus around the clock. That was 4 years ago. I asked Dr to prescribe natural Armour type (Thyroid brand). I took for 4 years - still had Tinnitus. Recently, for some reason, Dr prescribed Levo for me again (50 MG). Sometimes I think the Tinnitus is worse, and my hair is starting to fall out. I am looking for natural (no meds) solution - FIND THE CAUSE - NO BANDAIDS ON THE PROBLEM, PLEASE!
Went for a hearing test, and the Tech showed me a full page list of meds that could cause Tinnitus and hearing loss. Levo was not on it, but I am still convinced it caused the T because of the timing.
Do not take this medicine before trying to sort your health out naturally i wish i did i have never been the same person since starting this medicine for life! I feel stuck on a evil pill that gives me anxiety, depression, no apetite, weight loss and gain up and down all the time my hair started to fall out it has wrecked my life please dont take it.
LEVO-T (LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM): Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medications or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical development. This medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders (such as certain types of goiters, thyroid cancer). This medication should not be used to treat infertility unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels. (Sources: U.S. Centers for Medicare Services, FDA)
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