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Taking Thyronorm For Hypothyroid, Leg Cramps, Warm Body, Constipation. Due To Medication?
Sir, I have thyroid problem ( hypothyroid ) and taking thyronorm 50MG for last 6 yrs. I have gained weight from 72Kgs to 83Kgs during this period. I have cramps in legs, pain all over the body, Cannot tolerate slightest of exertion and pain from the friendly hits. Developed eye power, my body is very warm, cannot tolerate even morning sun. I also suffer from constipation , acidity, gas and sleeplessness , lowered libido for the same period. Please enlighten if they are the symptoms due to of thyronorm 50MG. When to stop or modify the dose. With Regards Shirole email: YYYY@YYYY , Mobile:0000
Sat, 8 Sep 2012
Hello,
The adverse reactions of levothyroxine sodium ( Thyronorm) include muscle cramps, sleeplessness, intolerance to heat, and nervousness. Weight gain, constipation and loss of libido are not features. You should exclude other causes like diabetes since you have also gained weight and refractive error. The drug cannot be stopped at once as the requirement may be lifelong for most people and the dosage needs to be adjusted tome to time in consultation with your endocrinologist. Take care.
The adverse reactions of levothyroxine sodium ( Thyronorm) include muscle cramps, sleeplessness, intolerance to heat, and nervousness. Weight gain, constipation and loss of libido are not features. You should exclude other causes like diabetes since you have also gained weight and refractive error. The drug cannot be stopped at once as the requirement may be lifelong for most people and the dosage needs to be adjusted tome to time in consultation with your endocrinologist. Take care.
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