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Are Levothyroxine And Ashwagandha Safe To Be Taken Together For Hypothyroidism?
I am currently take Levothyroxin 75mcg from hypothyroidism. I went to see a naturopathic doctor who recommended ashwagandha. I see a lot of posts about the two but none that address if you can take them at the same time. Is it safe to take levothyroxine and ashwagandha at the same time?
Tue, 25 Feb 2020
Hi,
Levothyroxine should always be taken on an empty stomach 1 to hours before breakfast or any meal.
Ashwagandha may reduce the absorption of levothyroxine from the gut hence these two medications should not be taken together.
Ashwagandha, however, may be taken 2 to 4 hours after taking levothyroxine. There is no documented harmful interactions between the two medications.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Mohammed Taher Ali, General & Family Physician
Levothyroxine should always be taken on an empty stomach 1 to hours before breakfast or any meal.
Ashwagandha may reduce the absorption of levothyroxine from the gut hence these two medications should not be taken together.
Ashwagandha, however, may be taken 2 to 4 hours after taking levothyroxine. There is no documented harmful interactions between the two medications.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Mohammed Taher Ali, General & Family Physician
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