Thyroid
= Prescription Required 
= Generic Equvalent
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Thyroid Hormone 30mg Tablets
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Thyroid Hormone 60mg Tablets
Thyroid
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Thyroid Hormone 125mg Tablets
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Thyroid Prescription Drug Information
Thyroid (By mouth)
Thyroid (THYE-roid)
Treats hypothyroidism (the body does not produce enough thyroid hormone).
Brand Name(s):Armour Thyroid, Westhroid, Nature-Throid NT-1, Nature-Throid NT-3, Nature-Throid, Nature-Throid NT-1/2, Nature-Throid NT-2
There may be other brand names for Thyroid.
When Thyroid Should Not Be Used:
You should not use Thyroid if you have had an allergic reaction to any type of thyroid hormone.
How to Use Thyroid:
Tablet, Capsule
- 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.
If a dose of Thyroid is missed:
- Take your medicine as soon as you remember that you missed a dose.
- Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose.
- You should not use two doses at the same time.
How to Store and Dispose of Thyroid:
- Store at room temperature, away from heat and moisture.
- Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid While Taking Thyroid:
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- If you are taking cholestyramine (Questran®), take it either 4 hours before or 4 hours after you take levothyroxine.
Warnings While Using Thyroid:
- Talk with your doctor before taking Thyroid if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, or diabetes.
- Do not stop taking Thyroid without first checking with your doctor.
Possible Side Effects While Using Thyroid:
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Skin rash or hives with intense itching
- Shortness of breath or trouble breathing
- Chest pain
- Severe irritability or nervousness, tremors
- Fast or irregular heartbeat
- Severe diarrhea or intense sweating
If you notice these less serious side effects while taking Thyroid, talk with your doctor:
- Anxiety
- Headache
- Trouble sleeping
- Appetite changes, weight loss
- Irregular menstrual periods
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by Thyroid, tell your doctor.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088
