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Suffering From Hypothyroidism, Have Palpitations. On Eltroxin. Is There An Alternative Treatment?
I am 27 years woman suffering from hypothyroidism and been taking eltroxin 100mcg from 2 years.this medicine was fine for me in the starting but from last 8months I m having palpitations and weak bones due to this medicine. ...I have reduced the dose but still same condition. ...is there any other alternative. m losing my confidence bcoz of this...plz advice
Mon, 4 Nov 2013
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100mcg is the usual replacement dose of thyroxine. If you are taking the hormone lower than this, I don't think it will be cause of your symptoms. I would suggest you to get your thyroid profile Done to know that the hormone are in normal range and they are not the cause of symptoms. It will then requires further assessment.
Also get your bone density measured.
Wishing you a healthy life
Take care
Regards
Welcome to Healthcare-Magic
Greetings of the day
100mcg is the usual replacement dose of thyroxine. If you are taking the hormone lower than this, I don't think it will be cause of your symptoms. I would suggest you to get your thyroid profile Done to know that the hormone are in normal range and they are not the cause of symptoms. It will then requires further assessment.
Also get your bone density measured.
Wishing you a healthy life
Take care
Regards
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