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Do Intake Of Citrus Fruits Have An Effect On Eltroxin Absorption?

I take eltroxin in the morning when I wake up. I do not eat or drink for the next half hour. I have read grapefruit inhibits absorption, does that mean I can t have grapefruit at all or just within a window period? Do all citrus fruits effect the absorption of eltroxin?
Tue, 13 Dec 2016
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Hi & Welcome.

Yes, citrus fruits can reduce the absorption of Eltroxin if taken together.

To ensure adequate absorption from the intestines, Eltroxin should be taken
in the morning on an empty stomach with a full glass of water at least 30 minutes to 1 hour before eating breakfast.

Citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, limes, and grape fruits or their juices can reduce the absorption of Eltroxin thereby reducing its efficacy in the treatment of hypothyroidism, hence Eltroxin should always be taken along with a glass of water on an empty stomach.

Citrus fruits or their juice may be consume after one hour or so.

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Do Intake Of Citrus Fruits Have An Effect On Eltroxin Absorption?

Hi & Welcome. Yes, citrus fruits can reduce the absorption of Eltroxin if taken together. To ensure adequate absorption from the intestines, Eltroxin should be taken in the morning on an empty stomach with a full glass of water at least 30 minutes to 1 hour before eating breakfast. Citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, limes, and grape fruits or their juices can reduce the absorption of Eltroxin thereby reducing its efficacy in the treatment of hypothyroidism, hence Eltroxin should always be taken along with a glass of water on an empty stomach. Citrus fruits or their juice may be consume after one hour or so. Hope this answers your query. Kindly rate this answer if you are convinced.