Question 1

What is Levothyroxine Sodium used for?

Accepted Answer

Underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism), thyroid hormone replacement after thyroid surgery, goitre (swollen thyroid gland in the neck), management of certain types of thyroid cancer

Question 2

How do you take Levothyroxine Sodium?

Accepted Answer

Take one tablet once a day in the morning on an empty stomach, at least 30 to 60 minutes before eating breakfast. Swallow the tablet with a full glass of water. Your doctor will start you on a low dose (usually 25-50 mcg) and gradually increase it based on your blood test results. Do not stop taking it or change your dose without your doctor's approval — most people take this medicine for life.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Levothyroxine Sodium?

Accepted Answer

Headache, feeling restless or unable to sleep, slight weight loss when you first start taking it, sweating more than usual, mild hair thinning (usually temporary). Most side effects happen when the dose is too high — tell your doctor so they can adjust it.

Question 4

Who should not take Levothyroxine Sodium?

Accepted Answer

People who are allergic to levothyroxine or any ingredient in the tablet. People with untreated adrenal gland problems (your doctor should treat this first). People with a recent heart attack or untreated overactive thyroid should not take this drug. Do not use this medicine for weight loss — it can be dangerous at high doses.

Question 5

Is Levothyroxine Sodium safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Levothyroxine is generally safe to continue during pregnancy and breastfeeding — in fact, it is very important for both mother and baby that thyroid levels stay normal, but your doctor may need to adjust your dose, so inform them as soon as you know you are pregnant.

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