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Levoxyl
This
medicine is a thyroid hormone
used to treat hypothyroidism. If you've been
wanting to buy Levoxyl
online, it's actually easier
and safer than ever before.
You can order
Levoxyl online from
"no-prescription required"
mail order pharmacies.
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Levoxyl Information
Generic Levoxyl Name: E: LEVOTHYROXINE (lee-voe-thye-ROX-een)
Common Levoxyl Uses: This medicine is a thyroid hormone used
to treat hypothyroidism. It may also be used to
treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
How to use Levoxyl: Follow the directions for
using this medicine provided by your doctor. Take
this medicine on an empty stomach at least 1 hour
before or 2 to 3 hours after eating. It is
recommended that you take your dose 1 hour before
breakfast unless otherwise directed by your doctor
to avoid this problem. TRY TO TAKE THIS MEDICINE at
the same time each day. THIS MEDICINE WORKS BEST
when there is a constant level of the drug in your
body. For children who cannot swallow whole tablets,
crush the tablet and mix in 1 or 2 teaspoons (5 or
10 ml) of water, and give using a spoon or dropper
as soon as possible after preparation. Do not store
the mixture for later use. Do not mix crushed
tablets in soybean infant formula. Consult your
pharmacist for more information. Some medicines may
decrease the absorption of this medicine into your
bloodstream. Therefore, take this medicine 4 hours
apart from calcium supplements, iron, antacids
(those containing aluminum, calcium, or magnesium), simethicone, cholestyramine, colestipol, sucralfate,
or sodium polystyrene sulfonate. Certain foods may
decrease the absorption of this medicine when taken
at the same time. Take levothyroxine separately from
soybean flour (soybean infant formula), walnuts, and
dietary fiber. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room
temperature at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) in a
tightly-closed container, away from heat, moisture,
and light. Brief storage between 59 and 86 degrees F
(15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. IF YOU MISS A
DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, take it as soon as possible.
If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the
missed dose and go back to your regular dosing
schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Levoxyl
Cautions: CONTINUOUS USE OF THIS MEDICINE FOR A FEW
WEEKS may be necessary to relieve symptoms of your
condition. SYMPTOMS OF LOW THYROID HORMONE LEVELS
include fatigue, muscle aches, constipation, dry
skin, weight gain, slow heart rate, sensitivity to
cold, or dry brittle hair that tends to fall out
easily. These symptoms should disappear as your body
adjusts to the medicine. If they persist or become
bothersome, notify your doctor promptly as your dose
may need to be adjusted. Do not adjust your dose or
stop taking this medicine without checking with your
doctor. TELL THE DOCTOR OR DENTIST THAT YOU ARE
TAKING THIS MEDICINE before you have emergency
treatment or surgery. KEEP ALL DOCTOR AND LABORATORY
APPOINTMENTS (e.g., thyroid function tests) while
you are taking this medicine. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or
over-the-counter, check with your doctor or
pharmacist. This includes calcium or
aluminum-containing antacids, iron preparations and
cough-and-cold products, or diet aids. Caution is
advised when using this medicine in the elderly
because they may be more sensitive to the effects of
this medicine. Caution is advised when using this
medicine in children because overuse may reduce the
child's final adult height. Consult your doctor for
more information. FOR WOMEN: INFORM YOUR DOCTOR if
you become pregnant, as your dose may need to be
adjusted. THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED IN BREAST MILK.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Possible Levoxyl Side Effects: SIDE EFFECTS
OF Levoxyl that may occur
while taking this medicine include headache,
nervousness, trembling, sweating, increased
appetite, diarrhea, weight loss or insomnia. If they
continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor
as your dose may need to be adjusted. In rare
instances, some hair loss may occur during the first
few months of starting this medicine. This effect is
usually temporary as your body adjusts to this
medicine. If this effect persists or worsens, notify
your doctor as soon as possible. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR
IMMEDIATELY if you experience chest pain, rapid or
irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, or
seizures. An allergic reaction to this medicine is
unlikely, but if you experience difficulty
breathing; tightness of chest; swelling of eyelids,
face, or lips; or if you develop a rash or hives,
tell your doctor immediately. If you notice other
effects not listed above, contact your doctor or
pharmacist. |
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