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What is the generic brand for levothyroxine?
Generic levothyroxine is just as safe as the brand names—in the United States, these include Synthroid, Levoxyl, Unithroid, and Tirosint—because it has the same FDA-approved active ingredient (levothyroxine).
Can you switch levothyroxine brands?
You should not change from one brand of thyroid medication to another, from your brand of thyroid medication to a generic product, or from one generic product to another without first checking with your doctor.
Where is generic levothyroxine manufactured?
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What can you take instead of levothyroxine?
Armour Thyroid is considered the natural alternative to levothyroxine. While it is not the first-choice treatment for those with a thyroid condition, according to our friends at Iodine, many people actually prefer Armour Thyroid over levothyroxine.
What are the long term side effects of taking levothyroxine?
Long-term side effects of Synthroid can include osteoporosis and heart problems. Short-term side effects include a racing heartbeat, feeling hot all the time, headaches, feeling shaky or nervous, trouble sleeping, among others.
Is there difference between different brands of levothyroxine?
There are NO changes whatsoever associated with this change of name. What you say makes perfect sense and there is a definite difference in some people when taking different brands. I was interested to read that you can only get 2 months of drugs?
Is it safe to take levothyroxine every day?
Levothyroxine treatment is usually lifelong. Different brands: There are different brands of levothyroxine tablets. It is best to continue taking the same brand of tablets. If you have any questions about the brand you are taking, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Can you get levothyroxine replacement hormone in Australia?
As of 2017, Australia now has three brands of Levothyroxine replacement hormone available for prescription. This brand is available on PBS. Prescriptions can be written in the name of Oroxine or Levothyroxine for this brand to be dispensed by the pharmacist.
Which is the best levothyroxine for hypothyroidism?
Hypothyroidism can be treated with levothyroxine, the main hormone secreted by the thyroid gland. There are different manufacturers that make levothyroxine. When levothyroxine is branded, for example Synthroid™, Levoxyl™ and Tirosint™ in the United States, Thyrax in Europe, every prescription filled is for that same brand.