Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Is The Recommended Dosage Of Throxine 150mcg?
hi currently i am taking thyroxine 150mcg i had radioactive iodine treatment six months back due to which i became hypothyroid right now after taking 150mcg of throxine for two months i feel tremors in my hands and a great increase in appetite and sense of palpitations so can yoy please suggest the reduction in my throxine dose which is appropriate
Tue, 8 Nov 2016
Hello,
Sorry to learn about your bothersome symptoms.
First you have to confirm the overdosage of levothyroxine by checking TSH,Ft4 and FT3 level.
Depending on their result your physician will suggest you how much to lower the dose.
It varies a lot and i would recommend not to take it for such a long periods (6 months) without checking the hormonal level.
It should be checked every 4-6 weeks until you find the proper dose.
Kind regards,
Dr.Mirjeta
Sorry to learn about your bothersome symptoms.
First you have to confirm the overdosage of levothyroxine by checking TSH,Ft4 and FT3 level.
Depending on their result your physician will suggest you how much to lower the dose.
It varies a lot and i would recommend not to take it for such a long periods (6 months) without checking the hormonal level.
It should be checked every 4-6 weeks until you find the proper dose.
Kind regards,
Dr.Mirjeta
I find this answer helpful
Note: For more information on hormonal imbalance symptoms or unmanaged diabetes with other comorbid conditions, get back to us & Consult with an Endocrinologist. Click here to book an appointment.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Iodine
Loading Online Doctors....