Hypothyroid

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Hypothyroid

Asked for Female, 32 Years

Im having hypothyroid sice 2years n was taking 50mcg. Resently from feb 5th my dose was increased to 75mcg dosage for TSH 5.03. Want to ensure if the dosage is correct.

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Dr. Venkat Raghav

General Physician 7 yrs exp Bangalore

Hello, Dose is adjusted to bring Thyroid stimulating Harmonal level with in range that is between 0.5 to 4 . You have slight elevated TSH levels . Usually dose is given in 25,50,75mcg . If you have any problem with current dose ,rush to hospital. Usually dose will not be increased suddenly if one doesn't complain of any symptoms.

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Dr. Nikhil Prabhu Diabetologist 14 yrs exp Mumbai · Accepted Answer

Dr. Nikhil Prabhu

Diabetologist 14 yrs exp Mumbai

What is your weight ? Dosage will depend upon your weight, age and TSH value. It takes roughly 6 weeks to reflect change in thyroid values after changing dosage. You can also repeat TSH again after 6 weeks to see whether TSH value has come in normal range.