Weight loss

2023-07-07 18:53:36
I have hypothyroidism and I take thyroid medicine 50 mcg. Can this medication cause weight loss? Please guide
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If you are having weight loss you might have alterd thyroid function levels so you need to get it checked.
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Get your t3, t4, tsh checked

Answered2023-07-08 09:20:40

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It might cause little weight loss but that is mainly water weight that got accumulated due to hypothyroid.. since levothyroxine treats the cause thatswhy you lose bit of it.. but nothing to worry!! For further questions you can consult me online...

Answered2023-07-07 19:05:11

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Yes. In hypothyrodism due to lack of thyroid hormone weight increase. But after medicine weight will decrese. Exercise along with will be a great help.
Next Steps
Every 3 months report T3,T4 and TSh.
Health Tips
exercise and focus on diet will be a great help.

Answered2023-07-07 19:03:33

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Hypothyroid causes weight gain Do get other factors ruled out

Answered2023-07-09 16:25:14

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According to your query you want to know the dose of medics for hypothyroidism.
Next Steps
Before change any medicine or start any medication please take consultation for better evaluation and best treatment.
Health Tips
Please follow good life style and Take less spicy and fatty food and Do exercise regularly with yoga and meditation and keep positive attitude to fight any disease and any problem of your life.

Answered2023-07-08 18:12:51

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Kindly consult for detailed evaluation and further management

Answered2023-07-08 14:39:22

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Need few more details Kindly consult

Answered2023-07-08 12:07:25

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

Answered2023-07-08 03:15:47

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Medicines will unlikely cause loss in your weight , diet and exercises will definitely help...

Answered2023-07-08 01:11:33

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Can slight weightloss happens don't worry

Answered2023-07-07 19:06:39

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