What kind of Medicine is Synthroid for hypothyroidism?
What is Synthroid? Synthroid (levothyroxine) is a thyroid medicine that replaces a hormone normally produced by your thyroid gland to regulate the body’s energy and metabolism. Synthroid is a prescription medicine used to treat hypothyroidism (low thyroid hormone).
Is it important to take Synthroid the same way every day?
In order for Synthroid to be effective, it should always be taken the same way every day. This is important because the amount of medicine you need is very precise. And even the way you take Synthroid can affect how much medicine your body is getting. It’s important to always take your medication exactly as your doctor prescribed.
Where does Synthroid get absorbed in the body?
Absorption – Absorption of orally administered T4 from the gastrointestinal (GI) tract ranges from 40% to 80%. The majority of the levothyroxine dose is absorbed from the jejunum and upper ileum. The relative bioavailability of SYNTHROID tablets, compared to an equal nominal dose of oral levothyroxine sodium solution, is approximately 93%.
How much does it cost to get Synthroid delivered?
With free home delivery and pricing as low as $25 a month‡ with a 90-day prescription, the Synthroid Delivers Program provides brand-name Synthroid consistently and conveniently. ‡Other pricing for 30 and 60 days. See full pricing information. Terms, conditions, and eligibility restrictions apply.
Why are there so many side effects of Synthroid?
„Because it mimics the hormones your body makes naturally, side effects of Synthroid are more often from having the wrong dosage than from the drug itself,“ she says.
How much does it cost to get a Synthroid prescription?
With the Synthroid Delivers Program, everyone with a Synthroid prescription pays the same price, every time, with no hidden out-of-pocket costs or price fluctuations. Pricing as low as $25 a month with a 90-day prescription. Other pricing available for 30 and 60 days.
Can you take Synthroid if you have a heart attack?
You may not be able to take Synthroid if you have certain medical conditions. Tell your doctor if you have an untreated or uncontrolled adrenal gland disorder, a thyroid disorder called thyrotoxicosis, or if you have any recent or current symptoms of a heart attack. Synthroid should not be used to treat obesity or weight problems.