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When Is The Best Time To Take Synthroid?
Danny, male, age 59. I recently had my thyroid removed and have been placed on synthroid, 50 mg. We are still in the adjustment stage. My questions is concerning the best time to take medications. I am on synthroid, Lotensin (2 x day), Zocor (1 x day), Xtra Strength Tylenol (2 x day), Androgel, Zantac (2 x day) and also taking calcuim supplements (Tums) (3 x day). Is there somewhere I can go to on the internet that will help me determine the best times?
Wed, 31 May 2023
Hi,
As a general rule, here are some tips on the best times to take certain medications:
* Synthroid: It's best to take this medication on an empty stomach, at least 30 minutes before breakfast or other medications, and at least 4 hours apart from calcium supplements or iron supplements.
* Lotensin: This medication can be taken with or without food, but it's important to take it at the same time each day.
* Zocor: This medication is usually taken in the evening, as cholesterol production is highest at night.
* Tylenol: This medication can be taken with or without food, but it's important not to exceed the recommended daily dose.
* Androgel: This medication is usually applied to the skin in the morning.
* Zantac: This medication can be taken with or without food, but it's important to take it at the same time each day.
* Tums: Calcium supplements should be taken with food, but it's important not to take them at the same time as Synthroid, as mentioned above.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Diwashish Biswas, Internal Medicine Specialist
As a general rule, here are some tips on the best times to take certain medications:
* Synthroid: It's best to take this medication on an empty stomach, at least 30 minutes before breakfast or other medications, and at least 4 hours apart from calcium supplements or iron supplements.
* Lotensin: This medication can be taken with or without food, but it's important to take it at the same time each day.
* Zocor: This medication is usually taken in the evening, as cholesterol production is highest at night.
* Tylenol: This medication can be taken with or without food, but it's important not to exceed the recommended daily dose.
* Androgel: This medication is usually applied to the skin in the morning.
* Zantac: This medication can be taken with or without food, but it's important to take it at the same time each day.
* Tums: Calcium supplements should be taken with food, but it's important not to take them at the same time as Synthroid, as mentioned above.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Diwashish Biswas, Internal Medicine Specialist
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