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Thyroid Cancer, Nodules & Hyperthyroidism (Expert Forum)
thyfoid medication and calcium supplement
Answered by
Mark Lupo, M.D. - Thyroid Nodules, Thyroid Cancer, hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, Thyroid Ultrasound
Thyroid & Endocrine Center of Florida
Sarasota - FL
Questions in the Thyroid forum are answered by Mark Lupo, MD. Topics covered include Goiter, Graves Disease, Hyperthyroid, Parathyroid/Calcium Problems, Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Nodules/Cysts, Thyroiditis, Thyroid & Pregnancy, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH), Thyroid Tests, and Thyroid Surgery.
thyfoid medication and calcium supplement
by ddoda, Aug 08, 2008 01:32PM
I take Synthroid for hypothyroidism, and I was diagnosed with osteoporosis, I have tried several times to take calcium supplements within the guidelines when taking Synthroid, (more than 4 hours before or after taking med), and I become almost immediately exhausted, and sleep for 8-12 hours. I take only about 250 mgs of calcium, and vitamin D as well.
Doctor's Answer
by Mark Lupo, M.D., Aug 11, 2008 06:03AM
, Aug 11, 2008 06:03AM
Take the calcium after dinner - 600mg is adequate for most patients who also take in a good amount of dietary calcium (milk, yogurt, cheese, etc). Talk to your doctor about prescription medications for osteoporosis.
Member Comments (2)
by 1ph, Aug 09, 2008 01:56PM
To: Hi doda
What medication are you on for the osteoporosis?
