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I was diagnosed with hypothroidism and was given levoxyl for treatment.  Before treatment my legs and ankles were swollen with a red rash.   Thinking I had erethema the doctor prescribed a steriod topical ointment.  It relieves the...
by mari in Northwest Iowa, 08/17/2007

Levoxyl


I have been taking Levoxyl for 10+ years, recently a family member had thyroid cancer so my primary care physician wants me to have a thyroid scan.  I need to be off of the Levoxyl for 4 weeks prior to the test.  Can you please tell me how a...
by Lisa in Medford, MA, 09/18/2006

can you use any otc menopause meds whle taking levoxyl


my mom is currently taking levoxyl 50mcg daily d/t hypothyroidism. she is also currently using an advair inhaler bid as well as albuterol nebs q 4 hours prn. as well she is going threw menopause. is there any otc meds she can take?especially in the ar...
by dorothy in queensbury ny, 09/13/2006

What would happen if I stopped taking my Levoxyl


I am have been on on disability for my back and torn rotator cuff for  7 mos.  The company I work for has kept me in their employ, but has cut-off my medical insurance.  I cannot afford $1,071. / mo. for the medical insurance that ...
by Katherine in Los Angeles, CA, 09/12/2006

Levoxyl while on Estrogen


I am a 50 year old female and I have been on estrogen for years, due to a hysterectemy. I just began taking levoxyl for my hypothyroidism about 6-8 months ago. I feel sure that it is impeding the effectiveness of my estrogen patch. Also, I have been h...
by steph daniel in usa, 05/06/2006

Levoxyl (Oral) Drug and Prescription Information

Levoxyl (Oral)

Levoxyl (Oral) Medication Classification

THYROID SUPPLEMENT (By mouth)

Levoxyl (Oral) Brandname

Synthroid, Levoxyl, Levothroid, Armour Thyroid, Unithroid, Cytomel, Thyrolar, Westhroid, Nature-Throid NT-1, Nature-Throid NT-2, Nature-Throid NT-1/2, Nature-Throid NT-3

Levoxyl (Oral) is used for the Treatment

Treats hypothyroidism (the body does not produce enough thyroid hormone).

When To Not Use Levoxyl (Oral)

You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to any type of thyroid hormone or if you have an overactive thyroid gland.

How Should You Use Levoxyl (Oral)

Capsule, Tablet

  • Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often
  • Take your medicine at the same time every day.
  • Take the medicine on an empty stomach.
  • Do not stop taking this medicine without first checking with your doctor, you may need to take smaller and smaller doses before completely stopping the medicine.
    • If a dose is missed:
  • Take the missed dose take as soon as possible.
  • Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next regular dose.
  • You should not use two doses at the same time.

Proper Levoxyl (Oral) Storage

Store Levoxyl (Oral) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep Levoxyl (Oral) and all medications out of the reach of children.

What To Avoid While Using Levoxyl (Oral)

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking a blood thinner (Coumadin®), cholestyramine (Questran®), medicine for diabetes (insulin, Diabenese®, Glucotrol®), estrogens, birth control pills, or products used for colds, asthma, appetite control, hay fever, or sinus problems.

Levoxyl (Oral) Warnings

  • Check with your doctor before taking this medicine if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, or an underactive adrenal or pituitary gland.
  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Large doses of thyroid hormones, especially when taken with diet pills, can result in dangerous side effects.
  • Make sure you see your doctor for regular check-ups so your condition can be followed closely.

Levoxyl (Oral) Side Effects

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

  • Skin rash or hives
  • Shortness of breath or trouble breathing
  • Chest pain
  • Fast or pounding heartbeat
  • Inability to stand heat
  • Extreme nervousness or irritability, tremors
  • Severe diarrhea, intense sweating
    • If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
  • Anxiety
  • Headache
  • Trouble sleeping
  • Appetite changes, weight loss
  • Irregular menstrual periods

Levoxyl (Oral) Ratings

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Sterling B. Burnett, Houston, Texas 77049 - 02/17/2011

I started taking .075 Levoxyl in 1991 and continued until about November 2010. My Doctor increased the dose to .088. For the record I am a male. This past week My Doctor increased my Levoxyl to 100 mg. What is going on. I am not tired nor loose a lot of sleep. For instance, yesterday I cut a 5o foot tree in the neighbor's yard loading it on my 16 foot X 6 Foot trailer and hauling it off to the dump. I did have some help from my good neighbor. He is about 68 and I am going to be 75 in September. What is the desired results of a blood test for a throid that isn't producing enough.

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