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Can Synthroid Be The Reason For Gain In Weight?

I was given a prescription for Synthroid and I get my drugs from PlanetDrugs. I have been taking this for 12 years with no problem until about two years ago when I started putting on weight (25lbs) over this time period. I have been searching for an answer and happen to notice on my drug history from PlanetDrugs that they started sending me thyronorm instead of the synthroid or l-thyroxine that I had always taken. I have traced my problem back to that time and am depressed that I have put on all of this weight although I went on the Mederterrean Diet and lost exactly 1/2 lb. over six months. I continue to be extremely careful of my intake for fear of putting on more weight. Nothing is working......do you think I should have a script indicating that I WANT synthroid or l-thyroxine or do you have a diet that will work with this problem? I am at my wits end and need good advise. Thank you, Elayne Bernier
Wed, 29 Dec 2021
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Hi,

Check again your levels recent once may need dose shift (can be increased under guidance) only! Diet is simple healthy i.e., add more fruits, salads juices, instead of white floor, junk food, etc. Keep body hormones in normal range and bring weight also within range.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Sunny Madar, General & Family Physician
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Can Synthroid Be The Reason For Gain In Weight?

Hi, Check again your levels recent once may need dose shift (can be increased under guidance) only! Diet is simple healthy i.e., add more fruits, salads juices, instead of white floor, junk food, etc. Keep body hormones in normal range and bring weight also within range. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Sunny Madar, General & Family Physician