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Thyroid Cancer, Nodules & Hyperthyroidism (Expert Forum)
levoxyl side effects?
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Mark Lupo, M.D. - Thyroid Nodules, Thyroid Cancer, hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, Thyroid Ultrasound
Thyroid & Endocrine Center of Florida
Sarasota - FL
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levoxyl side effects?
by elisablowt, Apr 02, 2006 12:00AM
I have had my thyroid removed one week ago. I was put on Levoxyl 88 mcg. Since then I have been very dizzy and lightheaded. I also have heart palpitations or pounding. My doctor had me half the dosage to 44 mcg but I still feel the same. Nobody believes that it is the medication but it started as soon as I took it. I have not read dizziness as a side effect but could it be anyway?
Thanks!
Elisabeth
Thanks!
Elisabeth
Doctor's Answer
by Mark Lupo, M.D., Apr 05, 2006 12:00AM
, Apr 05, 2006 12:00AM
Could be -- may take a few weeks or more to adjust after thyroid surgery. Also test calcium levels as these can be low after thyroid surgery. May need to hold the levoxyl for a few days then restart the 44mcg dose and take it one day at a time for a while.
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