Levothyroxine
Information about Levothyroxine
Levothyroxine Uses
Levothyroxine is used in the treatment of hypothyroidism.
How Levothyroxine works
Levothyroxine is a synthetic version of a hormone produced by the thyroid gland. It works by replacing the thyroid hormones that your thyroid gland cannot produce. This leads to improved energy production, oxygen consumption, protein synthesis, and overall regulation of metabolism, helping restore normal thyroid function and physiological balance.
Common side effects of Levothyroxine
Headache, Increased appetite, Irregular menstrual cycle, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats), Heart attack, Breathlessness, Muscle spasm, Irritability, Tremors, Muscle weakness, Weight loss, Diarrhea, Heat intolerance, Skin rash
Available Medicine for Levothyroxine
EuthyroxMerck Ltd
₹115 to ₹1909 variant(s)
Expert advice for Levothyroxine
- Always take Levothyroxine at least 30 minutes before breakfast with a full glass of water to ensure proper absorption.
- Take your dose at the same time every day to maintain stable thyroid hormone levels in your body.
- Avoid certain foods and supplements such as calcium, iron supplements, soy products, and antacids as they can interfere with absorption.
- Keep track of how you feel, and report symptoms like fatigue, weight changes, or palpitations to your doctor for possible dose adjustments.
- Do not skip or adjust the dose on your own, as missing doses or changing the dosage without medical advice can lead to imbalanced thyroid levels and unwanted side effects.