Pros & Cons
What are the pros and cons of Synthroid (levothyroxine)?
- Synthroid is safe for use in people of all ages, including infants and children, and during pregnancy.
- The medication is dosed once a day and is convenient to take.
- Most of the common side effects of Synthroid are dose-related and go away in a few days.
- It is an affordable medication with a low-cost generic version available and widespread commercial prescription insurance coverage.
- You need to take Synthroid separately from food and other medications.
- It can take weeks to months to find the correct dosage.
- Synthroid can take 6-8 weeks to have a full effect and improve hypothyroidism symptoms. Therefore, do not stop taking the medicine if you don’t notice an improvement in the first few months.
- Missed doses of this medication can cause symptoms like fatigue, constipation, and dry skin.
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