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Levothyroxine and weight gain

2017-07-15 23:43:27
I have been on levothyroxine 25 milligrams for 6 months or so and I have been gaining weight. Is this normal? What can I do to stop the weight coming on? Do I need to see a doctor? Can I take weight loss pills on levo?
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