disconnectedness
on syntroid for a year or so and seem disconnected emotionally and spiritually. Lack of motivation, loss of focus seem to be the typical rather than the occassional. Used to really enjoy studying the bible - now could care less work (sales) is lacklu - 50% more...
Synthroid Side Effects
Side effects and experiences with Synthroid by users like you.
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I had no symptoms either. I was supposed to be tired, over-weight, losing my hair... nope. Since I've been on Synthroid... now I need a mid-day nap. I have very little motivation. The muscles in my arms are weak and sometimes sore. I used to run circ - 22% more...
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Wow! I've also been on Synthroid for 3 years and have tried everything possible to feel like myself again. I'm always tired and can't get myself motivated to do anything. That's not me! I stopped taking my medication 2 weeks ago and already feel bett - 15% more... -
Dear Smartie, I feel the SAME way. It's like I feel nothing anymore. The words you used are perfect -disconnected, lackluster, lack of motivation, loss of focus, and stuck in tub of apathy. I've been on synthroid for 2-3 years and I have been wonderi - 50% more...
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muscle soreness in arm
i just started to take syntroid about a month ago, i still have no energy .i just started to get muscle pain in mostly my right arm it feels really sore ,i wonder if that can be caused by the snythroid.thank you nancy -
Nancy, I'm starting to wonder if all my new "symptoms" are related to The Synthroid, too. I've been on it for over two years. I have soreness in both arms, mainly in the biceps. My biggest complaint is the fatigue. I used to run circles aro - 10% more...
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Synthroid total thyroidectomy, jaw clenching, allergy, chemicals, tongue
Hi there I had a total thyroidectomy on April 14th and started synthroid 125 mg daily basically since a week after. I felt great for a few weeks then The past week my tongue has been getting increasing swollen, and sore, because I am biting, it also - 59% more... -
This is a symptom of underactive thyroid, possibly not enough meds or not the right kind of meds. Levothyroxine damages the cell walls so that water can get into the cells but not out again. Get your doctor to prescribe either synthetic T3 (Cytomel / - 31% more...
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Synthroid toprol xl, medication level, thyroid storm, aching joints, severe anxiety
I have been on synthroid for 30+ years. It has steadily been increased throughout the years. Last April 2007 I ran out of medication and was going through a stressful move. I hadn't been on the medication for about 6 weeks. Once I got my new doctor t - 89% more... -
No no no no no!! NO beta blockers, they stop you metabolising thyroxine!!!!
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Synthroid natural pathic, cracking knees, total thyroidectomy, brain fog, thyroid levels
I cannot believe I came across this website,I had a total thyroidectomy when I was 18 yrs old,I have been taking synthroid for 23 years,and my whole life I have suffered many of the side effects that everyone else is experiencing,but I have just lear - 75% more... -
Hi Cherik,just wondering if you ever went to the N.D to see about your symptoms with synthroid,and how are you feeling now?You should send me a email at wmparker@eastlink.ca
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Synthroid meniers, fibromialgia, tapazole, hyperthyroidism, vertigo
Hi everyone! Well, I was just diagnosed with Hyperthyroidism..The doctors say it is really bad ..they prescribed 10 mg of Tapazole..I am trying to get as much info - loaded as I can because I already know that I have to fight my own doctors to keep t - 87% more... -
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Doctors don't play games with people's lives. It's just that they are human and we all know that no human is perfect. All humans are prone to error, even doctors. I hope you got help with your hyperthyroidism. If it is still high, you may want to con - 74% more...
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Synthroid stomach ache, stomach problems, levoxyl, endocrinologist, internist
I was put on Synthroid and noticed that while waiting the 30 minutes between taking it and eating my breakfast I developed a terrible stomach ache. At the same time my stomach and intestines were "gurgling" constantly. Finally one morning I - 65% more... -
I know this sounds obvious but I had alot of stomach pain when I took my Levotheroxine and then changed to Synthroid and again had the pain. I decided to try drinking a large glass of water with the pill and I now have no stomach problems. I didn't r - 31% more...
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I've gotten stomach aches from my thyroid prescriptions as well. The first time, it was improved by changing brands (different brands contain different inactive ingredients). I'm experiencing stomach upset again after my prescription was increased fr - 64% more...
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Synthroid stomach area, total thyroidectomy, hair thinning, bloated, brittle
Had total thyroidectomy 9 months ago and started taking Synthroid immediately thereafter. For the last 4 months I have noticed significant hair thinning. I have always had very thick, healthly looking hair but now it's just dry and brittle all of the - 48% more... -
Sorry pressed send by accident What I was trying to say was Hang in there. I still have really itchy eyes and my taste buds are not back to normal so I am not eating well, BUT I do feel better in myself. Still an invalid rather than my usual fit and - 58% more...
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Hi LJK. I do mean it when
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I had a TT in April 2010 for a multinodular goiter. They incedentally found papillary thryoid cancer. Since thenI have been on synthroid (a new dose every 6 weeks as I am still not to my goal of a TSH of 0.3-0.6). I initially gained weight, then was - 54% more...
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I had a complete thyroidectomy about a year and a half ago. The only problem I had was my calcium levels, other than that I'm doing great and feeling great!
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Hi folks. Had my TT. Nov 2010. My blood tests last week were really good, but had to increase the calcium supplements as still a little low and still getting the tingling and cramps in the fingers and toes.Still got probs with breathing and need a sp - 84% more...
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I also know someone who was on synthroid and it was not working so they switched to Armour Thyroid which is a natural medication made from pig thyroid. It does have cornstarch in it alsoso those who are allergic should look forother brands without co - 28% more...
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I will have to look into the Cytomel also. I had a total thyroidectomy in nov 2010 and I feel horrible. I feeltired all the time and have to drag myself out of bed. All I can think abouut all day at work is getting home and going to bed. I have gaine - 61% more...
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Yes, I have had alot of your same symptoms. I decided to stop going to my Ednocrinologist because he said I was doing great and that my blood results were in range, I decided to have my Internst follow me instead and she has been working with me ever - 47% more...
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Lvothyroxin and foot pain
My father-in-law has been taking Levothyroxine for about 3 years. He has noticed and increase in foot pain and aching. When he has accidentally forgotten to take his levothyroxine, he reports and decrease in foot pain and aching. He has now since sto - 35% more... -
I have been taking Synthroid for several months now and I also have developed sharp, shocking, unbearable, tortuous pain in my fourth toe of left foot. The pain is so unbelievably strong that I have to SCREAM on top of my lungs and then when it FINAL - 78% more...
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Why can't I take this drug???
Diagnosed with hypo, doc gave me .050 synthroid but I got horrible headaches, shaky, shortness of breath, chest pain, couldn't sleep...........doc reduced me to .025 but same thing......started taking 1/4 of the .025 pill a day and felt ok, enough to - 53% more... -
Unfortunately Docs don't really know much about Thyroid, Synthroid and what patients feel because they just read the popular literature that says all should be well. Cas in point... I was taking Synthroid for 3 years and never felt 100% but the sympt - 82% more...
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I have the same issues. I have tried taking Synthroid 3 different times and quit each time because of intense anxiety and heart racing. My doctor keeps telling me I shouldn't be having these problems after a week or two, but...........
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Synthroid pregnancy tests, bloodwork, hormone levels, hypothyroidism, cramps
I am only 18 and recently diagnosed with hypothyroidism, after gaining around 12 lbs over 3 months. At first they just put me on a diet, but after some blood work, I was put on Synthroid to even out my hormone levels. I feel mostly depressed, moody, - 68% more... -
You probably have Hashimotos Disease. I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism and told I would be on synthroid for the rest of my life. I did not take it and have since been diagnosed with Hashimotos, which is what happens after hypothyroidism. A gluten - 61% more...
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Synthroid poison ivy, horrible time, scabs, levo, energy level
Hi. I was switched from Levo to Synthroid about 4 weeks ago because of an allergic reaction with severe itching. My hands and arms literally became like scabs and bloody like I had poison ivy. I am just as itchy with the Synthroid and now my energy l - 63% more... -
Im so glad to have found this site--I thought i was losing my mind! The itching, depression and "foggy" feeling are some of the same symptoms ive been having. Im taking levothyroxine and felt fine at first--side effects started gradually bu - 49% more...
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Synthroid tsh test, finding a good doctor, calcium supplements, cold sweats, insominia
I have been on synthroid for 18 months,my dr.is the type that relies on the TSH test,and if its normal range,she wont lift a finger.I have numerous side effects after starting on synthroid,primarily,intense itching skin,insomnia and cold sweats.I sin - 73% more... -
Hi-I am also having many of the same side effects..still searching for a doctor that will listen to me!!!!! Good luck to you.
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I agree with switching to Levoxyl, however, the Cytomel has helped me come thru all these side effects myself. I take 100mcg Levoxyl and 10mcg Cytomel and my pain, fog and depression is gone.
