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Does your metabolism work normal if you have no thyroid but take synthroid?
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∙ 11y ago
Yes, although "normal" is a difficult word to characterize. Synthroid is emulating the normal function of the thyroid so once you are on the optimal dosage of Synthroid it should do exactly what your thyroid was doing before it was removed. Remember that theendocrinology is just one part of metabolism, there is also a significant number of chemical reactions associated with the nervous system.
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Will you lose weight once you begin taking synthroid?
When you take thyroid medication, initially you will definitely lose weight. But as days goes by the thyroid medicines will work to make you not gain extra weight rather than trying to make you lose any weight. And moreover synthyroid is a very weak hormone as it is not functional part and your body has to convert it to T3 to make it more effective.
Can you take synthroid and birth control pills?
Yes. Synthroid is taken when you have hypothyroidism - to replace the natural thyroid hormone you are lacking. Hypothyroidism can cause infertility, once you start taking Synthroid your fertility returns and birth control pills will help prevent unwanted pregnancy.
What happens if your thyroid glands are removed and you take no synthetic thyroid medicine?
They thyroid hormones are directly involved with the metabolism of the whole body. Excessive or reduced amounts of these hormones will adversely effect organ and body functions. Abnormally low thyroid hormones (hypothyroidism) lead to decreased metabolism which basically means the body slows down. This leads to eventual organ failure and possible death. Some signs of hypothyroidism are extreme fatigue, hair loss and red/purple blotches on the skin. The reversal of these symptoms by the use of synthetic hormones, such as synthroid, is dramatic.
Can you live through a thyroid?
there are two types of thyroid disease. Hypo and Hyper. Your thyroid gland is in your neck area. either way one type of it causes your heart rate / metabolism to be really slow and can cause you to gain alot of weight. You'll have to take the appropriate dose of synthroid for the remainder of your life to keep it regualted i do believe. The other type is less common but does the exact opposite. Someone with hypo thyroid can have a resting heart rate of up to 120 and a crazy good metabolism. You can counter that with pills or kill your thyroid off all together.
Can you take flexeril and synthroid?
Yes, you can take these two drugs safely. Flexeril is a muscle relaxant. It is not going to interact with your thyroid medicine. Remember that it will make you sleepy, though.
How does Lexapro affect thyroid?
I take synthroid for hypothyroidism. I stopped taking 20 mg lexapro suddenly about 5 weeks ago and am now having many symptoms of hypothyroidism even though i am still taking my synthroid as usual. Any correlation?
What happens if you take synthroid and don't need it?
I have been tired all my life and just recently my TSH was .5 over normal. The dr put me on synthroid and I felt more tired.
Can you take synthroid and alka seltzer plus together?
i take synthroid can i take alka seltzer plus
Can you take coconut oil while taking synthroid?
I have been gaining a lot of weight. I am taking synthroid medicine now. Can I take thyroid essenntials , coconut oil or even Thermocerin a fat burning pill while I 'm taking the synthroid medicine for my hypothyroidism.
What vitamins should I take after thyroid removal?
Sometimes, as a result of thyroid surgery, the parathyroid glands can get damaged in the process. This requires a patient to take a daily calcium supplement. Talk with your physician if they have any recommendations regarding what vitamins you might need to take after thyroid removal.
What supplements should you not take while taking synthroid?
Can you take creatine while taking synthroid medication
Can hypothyroid cause insomnia?
Hypothyroid (low thyroid levels) are more likely to make you tired and drowsy. Hyperthyroid is more likely to keep you awake. Many diabetics have low thyroid levels, and take Synthroid. If you accidentally take two days worth of Synthroid, it almost is like being on amphetamines. If your doctor prescribes Synthroid, he may specify the name-brand drug rather than the generic. There's nothing wrong with the various generic versions of the drug, but they do not have equal bio-equivalency. If you could stick to just one brand, it's as easy to titrate your needs as with Synthroid, but if you've been prescribed the generic, the druggist may switch brands on you without your knowledge, and that causes problems. Consequently, doctors tend to specify Synthroid rather than the generic, even though Synthroid is considerably more expensive.
