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Can I Adjust The Dosage Of Eltroxin During Pregnancy ?

Hello, i am 33 yrs. old married woman, i have a 5 yrs. girl. After my first pregnancy i had hypothyroidism & i am taking Eltroxin 100 mg daily. Now i am planning for my second baby, i want to know Eltroxin dose adjustment during pregnancy.
Thu, 14 Apr 2011
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Dear Suman,normally during pregnancy the demand goes up as baby is growing,go for thyroid check now and regularly during pregnancy for dose adjustment.Apart from gynecologist you will also need help of a physician or endocrinologist for this once get conceive.take care and all the best.
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Can I Adjust The Dosage Of Eltroxin During Pregnancy ?

Dear Suman,normally during pregnancy the demand goes up as baby is growing,go for thyroid check now and regularly during pregnancy for dose adjustment.Apart from gynecologist you will also need help of a physician or endocrinologist for this once get conceive.take care and all the best.