Levothyroxine

The lowest price for generic Levothyroxine (Euthyrox, Levo-T, Synthroid) with EzRx is $12.19 for a 30-day supply. This is over 28% off on the drug’s average retail price of $17.

Levothyroxine is used to treat thyroid disorders such as underactive or low thyroid (hypothyroidism), enlarged thyroid, commonly known as goiter, and thyroid cancer. Low level of thyroid hormone can occur when thyroid gland producing it is injured or surgically removed. Low thyroid symptoms include tiredness, constipation, muscle aches and weight gain. There should be optimum level of thyroid in the body to maintain normal mental and physical activities.

Levothyroxine works by providing or replacing thyroid hormone which is not produced in optimum amount in the thyroid patients. It may take several weeks before you begin noticing improvement in symptoms.

How to take it

For best results, take the medicine on an empty stomach, 30 minutes to one hour before the breakfast. The medication is usually taken by mouth, and if you are taking it in capsule form, swallow it whole.

Dosage

Dosage is based on laboratory test results, your age and medical condition.

Precautions and side effects

Do not switch brands for this medication unless your doctor agrees. Do not stop taking the medication unless your doctor tells you, as thyroid replacement treatment is usually taken for the lifetime. The medication should not be used to treat fertility unless it’s caused due to low level of thyroid. Certain medications such as colestipol and cholestyramine may decrease the amount of thyroid absorbed by your body, so separate them by at least 4 hours while taking Levothyroxine.

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