Thyroxine (T4) 50mcg

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Thyroxine (T4) 50mcg

Take levothyroxine (Synthroid) at least 4 hours apart from aluminum-, calcium- or iron- containing medications and supplements, including antacids like calcium carbonate (Tums). This is because these medications can prevent your body from absorbing levothyroxine (Synthroid) properly.https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-1433-7074/levothyroxine-oral/levothyroxine-oral/details

Thyroxine (T4) 50mcg

If you are taking the capsule form of this medication, swallow it whole. Do not split, crush, or chew. People who cannot swallow the capsule whole (such as infants or small children) should use the tablet form of the medication.https://www.familyfarepharmacy.net/

For infants or children who cannot swallow whole tablets, crush the tablet and mix in 1 to 2 teaspoons

The dosage is based on your age, weight, medical condition, lab test results, response to treatment, and other medications you may be taking. Be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).

Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day.

Do not stop taking this medication without first consulting with your doctor. Thyroid replacement treatment is usually taken for life.

There are different brands of levothyroxine available. Do not change brands without first consulting your doctor or pharmacist.