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How To Differentiate Between Synthroid And Levothyroxine?
Hi, I had my thyroid removed back in 1982 and have taken Synthriod ever since. Same dose 100mcg. Along the line due to Medicare they switched me to the genarice verson levothyroxine. I noticed significant changes and had the doctor switch me back to synthroid. Could you please tell me the differences between the two.
Tue, 23 Apr 2019
Hello,
As per your history, both are same.
synthroid is brand name for tab. levothyroxine which is generic name.
kindly check TSH every 6 weekly till it come normal.
kindly watch for symptoms like nervousness, decreased sleep, rapid heart beats which may indicate overtreatment.
Take tablet on empty stomach in the morning.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shyam B. Kale, General & Family Physician
As per your history, both are same.
synthroid is brand name for tab. levothyroxine which is generic name.
kindly check TSH every 6 weekly till it come normal.
kindly watch for symptoms like nervousness, decreased sleep, rapid heart beats which may indicate overtreatment.
Take tablet on empty stomach in the morning.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shyam B. Kale, General & Family Physician
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