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Does Taking Thyronorm For Hypothyroidism Increase Weight?

hi doc , am 23 and i am suffering from hypothyroidism. i hav tsh 5.74 so my doc suggested me to intake 12,5mg of thyronorm every day in empty stomach.. i am 5.1 and i weigh about 61 kilos. I feel lazy all the day and am not able to focus much on things.I get a lot of mood swings and most of the times for no reason.Will i be able to reduce weight ???? does the medicines add on weight ??? is this like a life time problem ??this is really ruining my life.pls advice
Fri, 24 Mar 2017
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Hi, I have gone through your question and undertsnad your concerns.
In hypothyroidism patient gets lethargic,slow and gained weight. Thyronorm will help you to loose weight and your body metabolism will get boost and all your lethargy,weakness and slowness will go away.
Hope I have answered your question. If you have any other query feel free to ask.
Wish you good health.
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Does Taking Thyronorm For Hypothyroidism Increase Weight?

Hi, I have gone through your question and undertsnad your concerns. In hypothyroidism patient gets lethargic,slow and gained weight. Thyronorm will help you to loose weight and your body metabolism will get boost and all your lethargy,weakness and slowness will go away. Hope I have answered your question. If you have any other query feel free to ask. Wish you good health.